plate no. 0597

Kiev Lavra. Summer

Yuriy Khymych, 1990

gouachePost-Impressionismcityscapecityscapebuildingstreesdomesskyarchitecture

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a harmonious composition. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes to convey texture and form.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and domes, focusing on their relative sizes and positions.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, buildings, and foreground, using a simplified color palette.
step 03
Add darker values to define the shadows and create depth in the buildings and trees.
step 04
Introduce secondary colors to add interest and variation to the color palette.
step 05
Refine the shapes and details of the buildings and domes, paying attention to their architectural features.
step 06
Use expressive brushstrokes to create texture and movement in the trees and foliage.
step 07
Add highlights to the domes and buildings to create a sense of light and atmosphere.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a balanced and harmonious composition.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Yellow Ochre · Burnt Sienna · Titanium White

secondary · Light Green · Pink · Purple

Mix greens by combining blue and yellow, and create muted tones by adding small amounts of complementary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques