plate no. 2547

Jujuy

Antonio Berni, 1937

oilSocial Realismgenre paintingfiguresmarketlandscapemountainsarchitectureclothing

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure painting, composition, and color mixing to create depth and atmosphere. It also provides practice in rendering textures and patterns in clothing and objects.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and landscape.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background landscape, focusing on the overall color harmony.
step 03
Start painting the figures, beginning with the larger shapes and gradually adding details.
step 04
Pay attention to the light and shadow on the figures to create a sense of depth and volume.
step 05
Mix and apply the colors for the clothing, paying attention to the patterns and textures.
step 06
Add details to the market scene, such as the pottery and produce.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed to achieve a cohesive and balanced composition.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · red · yellow · blue · purple

secondary · green · brown · white

Mix various shades of brown and earth tones for the landscape. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Mix complementary colors to create muted tones.

techniques