plate no. 0068

Juliane von Kriidener and her son Paul

oilRococoportraitfiguresportraittreeslandscapeclothingbow and arrow

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly in capturing likeness and soft lighting. It also provides practice in rendering fabric and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement and proportions of the figures.
step 02
Block in the background, starting with the sky and distant mountains, then the trees.
step 03
Establish the basic skin tones and values on the faces and hands.
step 04
Begin building up the forms of the clothing, paying attention to the folds and highlights.
step 05
Refine the details of the faces, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 06
Add details to the background, such as leaves and branches.
step 07
Paint the bow and arrows, paying attention to their shape and texture.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · titanium white · raw umber · yellow ochre · cadmium red

secondary · viridian green · ultramarine blue · ivory black

Mix various shades of white with small amounts of yellow ochre, raw umber, and cadmium red to achieve the skin tones. Use ultramarine blue and viridian green for the cooler tones in the background and clothing. Add ivory black to darken colors and create shadows.

techniques