plate no. 1698

Jerusalem, Looking to Mount Scopus

David Bomberg, 1925

oil, canvasRealismcityscapecityscapebuildingsskyhillsarchitecturerooftops

some experience helpful

This painting provides an opportunity to practice perspective and color mixing to create a sense of depth. Students can also learn to simplify complex scenes by focusing on basic shapes and values.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and perspective lines of the buildings and landscape.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of color, establishing the overall tone.
step 03
Establish the main value blocks for the rooftops and buildings, focusing on light and shadow.
step 04
Begin adding details to the buildings, such as windows and architectural features, using smaller brushes.
step 05
Mix subtle color variations to create depth and dimension in the buildings and landscape.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to enhance the form of the buildings and rooftops.
step 07
Refine the details and edges, paying attention to the overall composition.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust colors as needed to achieve a cohesive and harmonious painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · titanium white · burnt sienna

secondary · ultramarine blue · raw umber · cadmium orange

Mix various shades of ochre and sienna with white to create the warm tones of the buildings. Add small amounts of blue and umber to create cooler shadows and grays.

techniques