plate no. 7051

Jane Elizabeth, Countess of Oxford

oilRomanticismportraitportraitfiguredressnecklacelandscapesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly in capturing likeness and subtle skin tones, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective in the background.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a light sketch outlining the figure's pose and proportions.
step 02
Establish the background with broad, blended strokes, focusing on the light source.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, paying attention to the light and shadow areas.
step 04
Begin layering skin tones, using thin glazes to build up depth and realism.
step 05
Refine the details of the face, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 06
Add details to the dress, hair, and necklace, capturing their textures and forms.
step 07
Adjust the overall values and colors to create a sense of harmony and balance.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the three-dimensionality of the figure.

color palette

primary · titanium white · ivory black · burnt umber · cadmium red

secondary · yellow ochre · raw sienna · ultramarine blue

Achieve skin tones by mixing white, red, yellow ochre, and a touch of umber or black. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber for dark areas and shadows.

techniques