plate no. 9492

Japanese Toy Tiger and Odd Objects

Yasuo Kuniyoshi, 1932

oilExpressionismstill lifetigertablestill lifefabriccupchopsticks

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering textures and understanding how light interacts with different objects. It also encourages careful observation of subtle color variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color: the background, the table, and the objects.
step 03
Start with the background, building up layers of color to create depth and texture.
step 04
Move on to the table, focusing on capturing the wood grain and variations in tone.
step 05
Paint the tiger, paying close attention to the stripes and the details of its face.
step 06
Add the other objects, such as the fabric and the cup, carefully observing their colors and textures.
step 07
Refine the details and add highlights and shadows to create a sense of realism.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a cohesive and balanced composition.

color palette

primary · raw umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt sienna · cadmium red · ivory black

Mix raw umber and white for the table. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna for the tiger's fur. Add small amounts of red and black to create shadows and depth.

techniques

·dry brushing
·scumbling
·layering
·color mixing
·glazing

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early in the process.
→Failing to capture the subtle variations in color and tone.
→Ignoring the importance of light and shadow in creating depth.
→Not paying attention to the proportions of the objects.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas
·raw umber oil paint
·titanium white oil paint
·yellow ochre oil paint
·burnt sienna oil paint
·round brushes (various sizes)
·palette
·linseed oil

optional

·palette knife
·painting medium
·easel

Use a canvas with a medium texture to help create the desired effect. Consider using a glazing medium to enhance the depth and richness of the colors.

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