La Jeune Fille De Fontainebleau

Lightly sketch the main shapes: the woman's head and shawl, the buildings, and the tower.

Establish the background by painting the sky and the distant tower with diluted washes.

Block in the basic colors of the buildings, paying attention to the perspective and diminishing detail as they recede.

Begin layering the skin tones on the face, using light washes and building up the values gradually.

Paint the dark shawl, using multiple layers to create depth and avoid a flat, opaque look.

Add details to the buildings, such as windows and balconies, using a fine brush.

Paint the flowers, using small, controlled brushstrokes to capture their delicate forms.

Refine the details and adjust the values to create a sense of depth and realism.