plate no. 0710

Juba out skirts/ Nisseto

Iman Shaggag, 2015

oil, paperImpressionismlandscaperoadbuildingstreesfiguresskyvehicles

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and colors. It's a good exercise in capturing a sense of place with expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, focusing on the road, buildings, and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of light blue and grey.
step 03
Establish the main color masses for the trees, buildings, and road, using simplified shapes.
step 04
Add darker values to the trees and buildings to create depth and form.
step 05
Paint the figures and vehicles using quick, gestural brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the details of the buildings and road, adding highlights and shadows.
step 07
Add final touches to the figures and vehicles, ensuring they recede into the background.
step 08
Review and adjust the overall color harmony and value contrast.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt sienna · yellow ochre

secondary · titanium white · cadmium red · sap green

Mix various shades of green by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt sienna. Create muted tones for the road and sky by mixing complementary colors.

techniques