plate no. 4681

Jerusalem Landscape

Avigdor Arikha, 1994

oilContemporary Realismlandscapetreeslandscapefoliagepathvegetationpark

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as simplifying complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the trees, path, and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of light blue.
step 03
Establish the dark areas of the trees and foliage with a mix of dark green and brown.
step 04
Add the mid-tones to the trees and foliage, layering different shades of green and yellow.
step 05
Paint the path with a mix of brown, orange, and yellow, varying the tones to create depth.
step 06
Refine the shapes of the trees and foliage, adding details and highlights.
step 07
Add final touches to the path, such as shadows and variations in color.
step 08
Review and adjust values and colors to achieve a harmonious composition.

color palette

primary · sap green · yellow ochre · burnt umber

secondary · titanium white · cerulean blue · cadmium yellow

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows, and adjust the tones with white or brown. Use yellow ochre and burnt umber to create earthy tones for the path.

techniques