plate no. 1020

Krefeld Project Living Room Scene 4

Eric Fischl, 2002

oilContemporary Realismgenre paintingfigureinteriorchairflowerstablerobe

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting light and shadow on fabric, as well as creating a sense of depth and atmosphere through color and brushwork. It also provides practice in capturing the human form in a relaxed pose.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, focusing on the figure's pose and the placement of objects.
step 02
Establish the background colors with thin washes, paying attention to the subtle variations in tone.
step 03
Block in the main areas of light and shadow on the figure and the robe, using a limited palette of reds and pinks.
step 04
Develop the details of the face and hands, focusing on capturing the expression and gesture.
step 05
Add the details of the chair, flowers, and table, paying attention to their relative sizes and positions.
step 06
Refine the highlights and shadows on the robe, using thicker paint and more visible brushstrokes.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and contrast to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · cadmium red · alizarin crimson · titanium white

secondary · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow · sap green

Achieve the robe's color by mixing cadmium red and alizarin crimson with white for highlights and a touch of ultramarine blue for shadows. The background is a mix of white, pink, and a hint of green.

techniques