King Wilhelm I on Horseback

approach — 8 steps

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white · ivory black

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red · raw sienna

Mix various shades of blue and white for the sky. Use burnt umber and yellow ochre for the ground. White with small amounts of blue, umber, and sienna create the horse's coat. Mix black, blue, and red for the uniform.

techniques

• ·blending
• ·layering
• ·glazing
• ·scumbling
• ·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

• →Incorrect proportions of the horse and rider.
• →Overly harsh or unrealistic color choices.
• →Lack of attention to detail in the uniform and tack.
• →Failing to create depth in the background.