plate no. 1119

Jealousy

Jacek Yerka, 1998

oilSurrealismsymbolic paintinglandscapearchitecturehousestreesskymountains

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in detailed rendering, color mixing for natural textures, and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also encourages imaginative composition and storytelling through visual elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch outlining the major shapes: the mountain, the houses, and the surrounding landscape.
step 02
Establish the basic color blocks for the sky, the mountain, and the greenery, focusing on the overall tonal values.
step 03
Start building up the texture of the mountain using layers of color and small brushstrokes to create the rocky surface.
step 04
Add details to the houses, paying attention to the architectural elements and the way light interacts with them.
step 05
Develop the foliage by layering different shades of green and brown to create depth and texture.
step 06
Refine the sky with subtle variations in color to create a sense of atmosphere and depth.
step 07
Add the small details like the path, the waterfall, and the figure, paying attention to their placement and scale.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and visually appealing composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber

secondary · sap green · cadmium red · titanium white

Achieve the mountain's golden hue by mixing yellow ochre with burnt umber and a touch of white. Create the various greens by mixing ultramarine blue, yellow ochre, and white in different proportions. Use glazes of burnt umber to create shadows and depth.

techniques

·layering
·glazing
·dry brushing
·scumbling
·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

→Overtly blending colors, which can flatten the texture of the rocks and foliage.
→Ignoring the subtle shifts in color and value that create depth and atmosphere.
→Getting lost in the details and losing sight of the overall composition.
→Using colors straight from the tube without mixing, which can result in a flat and unnatural look.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas
·oil paints (yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, burnt umber, sap green, cadmium red, titanium white)
·linseed oil
·turpentine
·assorted brushes (small round, small flat, filbert)
·palette
·palette knife
·rags