plate no. 5120

Kond Street

Petros Malayan, 1986

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingsstreetcityscapearchitecturesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in watercolor washes, layering, and creating depth through tonal variations. It also encourages simplification of complex forms and capturing the essence of a scene.

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 and perspective of the buildings and street.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted blue for the sky, leaving some areas unpainted for clouds.
step 03
Mix a light gray-brown wash and apply it to the buildings, indicating the general light and shadow.
step 04
Layer darker washes of brown, gray, and blue to define the shadows and architectural details.
step 05
Add details to the windows with yellow and darker tones to create depth.
step 06
Paint the street with a mix of greens, browns, and grays, suggesting the texture of the stones.
step 07
Use dry brush techniques to add texture to the walls and roofs.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · raw umber · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt sienna · payne's gray

Mix raw umber and ultramarine blue for various grays and browns. Use yellow ochre to warm up the browns and create highlights. Dilute colors significantly for washes.

techniques