plate no. 0613

Landscape

Edward Wadsworth, 1913

oilCubismlandscapetreeslandscapegeometric shapesforestabstractpath

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand geometric abstraction and how to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes. It will also develop skills in color mixing and layering to achieve subtle tonal variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic geometric shapes and lines to define the composition.
step 02
Identify the main color areas (greens, yellows, purples, blues) and block them in with diluted washes.
step 03
Gradually build up layers of color within each shape, adding darker and lighter tones to create depth.
step 04
Pay attention to the edges of the shapes, varying the sharpness and softness to create visual interest.
step 05
Use a fine brush to add details like the tree trunks and the outlines of some shapes.
step 06
Refine the color balance and tonal values to match the original painting.
step 07
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · sap green · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue

secondary · dioxazine purple · titanium white · raw umber

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue. Create purples by mixing dioxazine purple and ultramarine blue. Use white to lighten colors and create pastel shades.

techniques