plate no. 8955

Landscape at Cagnes (La Gaude)

Chaim Soutine, 1923

oil, canvasExpressionismlandscapelandscapebuildingsvillagetreesskyhill

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive brushwork and color mixing to create a sense of movement and emotion. It also encourages exploration of non-traditional color palettes in landscape painting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, hill, and trees, focusing on the overall composition.
step 02
Establish the dark areas with a mix of dark blues and browns, defining the shadows and background.
step 03
Apply the dominant yellow tones to the buildings and landscape, varying the shades slightly.
step 04
Introduce secondary colors like greens, oranges, and reds to add depth and interest.
step 05
Use bold, visible brushstrokes to create texture and movement.
step 06
Refine the details of the buildings and trees, paying attention to the direction of the brushstrokes.
step 07
Add highlights to the buildings and landscape to create a sense of light.
step 08
Review the painting and make any necessary adjustments to the colors and composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · raw sienna

Achieve the various yellow tones by mixing yellow ochre with white, raw sienna, and small amounts of red or green. Darken colors with burnt umber and ultramarine blue.

techniques