plate no. 3922

Kitchen II

John Bratby, 1966

oilExpressionisminteriorinteriorkitchendoorwindowstovetiles

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive brushwork and capturing complex spatial relationships within an interior scene. It also encourages experimentation with color mixing to achieve specific tones and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the perspective of the room.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes, establishing the overall color scheme.
step 03
Start building up layers of paint, using thicker brushstrokes to define forms and textures.
step 04
Focus on capturing the light and shadow patterns, adding highlights and dark accents.
step 05
Pay attention to the details, such as the tiles, window panes, and objects on the shelves.
step 06
Use a variety of brushstrokes to create visual interest and texture.
step 07
Continuously step back and assess the painting, making adjustments as needed.
step 08
Add final details and refine the composition to achieve a cohesive and expressive result.

color palette

primary · emerald green · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · cerulean blue

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows, and use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Browns can be achieved by mixing red, yellow, and blue.

techniques