plate no. 0660

Landscape

oilImpressionismlandscapelandscapefieldtreeshillsskyfence

some experience helpful

This painting provides an opportunity to practice atmospheric perspective and creating depth through color and value changes. Students can also develop their skills in rendering foliage and creating a sense of light and shadow.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and the placement of major elements like the hills, trees, and fence.
step 02
Establish the sky with a thin wash of muted grays and browns, suggesting the cloud formations.
step 03
Block in the distant hills with a dark, muted purple or brown, gradually lightening the value as you move towards the foreground.
step 04
Lay in the base colors for the field, using a mix of yellows, greens, and browns. Vary the colors slightly to create visual interest.
step 05
Add the trees, paying attention to their shapes and silhouettes. Use darker values for the shadows and lighter values for the highlights.
step 06
Paint the fence, using a dry brush technique to create a textured effect.
step 07
Add details to the foreground, such as the path and any small plants or debris.
step 08
Refine the painting by adjusting values, adding highlights, and softening edges as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · sap green · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve atmospheric perspective by lightening and desaturating colors as they recede into the distance.

techniques