plate no. 7167

la botadura del RMS TITANIC

oil, fiberboardImpressionismmarinashipsoceanskysmokeboatswater

some experience helpful

This painting is good for practicing layering techniques and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. Students can learn to simplify complex shapes and focus on capturing the overall impression of the scene.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and placement of the ships and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue-green mixture, adding white for clouds.
step 03
Paint the ocean using varying shades of blue and white, creating wave-like strokes.
step 04
Establish the dark masses of the ships, paying attention to their perspective.
step 05
Add details to the ships, such as the funnels, windows, and rigging.
step 06
Paint the smoke using grays and blacks, blending it into the sky.
step 07
Add highlights to the water and ships to create a sense of light and reflection.
step 08
Refine details and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · Prussian Blue · Titanium White · Black · Burnt Sienna

secondary · Gray · Light Green · Red

Mix blues and white for the sky and water, adding small amounts of green for variation. Use black and burnt sienna for the ships, and mix grays for the smoke.

techniques