plate no. 8659

Junon, Iris Et Flore

oilRococomythological paintingfigurescloudsmythologypeacockrainbowchariot

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery, and creating atmospheric perspective with soft, blended colors. It also provides practice in capturing dynamic poses and complex compositions.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and chariot, paying attention to proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the basic shapes of the clouds and background sky with thin washes of color.
step 03
Establish the main light source and begin shading the figures, focusing on the planes of the face and body.
step 04
Develop the drapery folds and textures, using a combination of soft blending and sharper edges.
step 05
Add details to the chariot and peacock, using smaller brushes for precision.
step 06
Refine the cloud formations and atmospheric perspective, adding highlights and shadows.
step 07
Paint the rainbow with soft, blended colors.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to the figures and objects, ensuring a cohesive and balanced composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · burnt umber · alizarin crimson · viridian

Achieve the skin tones by mixing yellow ochre, white, and a touch of alizarin crimson. Create atmospheric blues and grays by mixing ultramarine blue, white, and a touch of burnt umber.

techniques

·figure drawing
·drapery painting
·atmospheric perspective
·soft blending
·glazing

common pitfalls

→Incorrect proportions of figures
→Overly harsh shadows
→Muddy color mixing
→Lack of atmospheric perspective
→Ignoring the overall composition

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·Stretched canvas (18x24 inches)
·Oil paints (yellow ochre, titanium white, ultramarine blue, burnt umber, alizarin crimson, viridian)
·Assorted brushes (round, flat, filbert)
·Palette
·Palette knife
·Linseed oil
·Odorless mineral spirits
·Rags