plate no. 2963

Landscape

Fernand Leger, 1913

oilCubismcityscapebuildingslandscapecityscapetreessky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to break down complex scenes into geometric shapes and use a limited color palette to create depth and form. It also provides practice in layering colors and creating texture with visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic geometric shapes of the buildings, trees, and landscape, focusing on their relative positions and sizes.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the lightest tones and gradually adding darker shades.
step 03
Mix the primary colors to achieve the desired hues for the buildings, sky, and foliage.
step 04
Layer the colors to create depth and dimension, paying attention to the subtle variations in tone.
step 05
Add the details, such as the windows, roofs, and branches, using small, precise brushstrokes.
step 06
Define the edges of the shapes with darker lines to create contrast and separation.
step 07
Refine the composition by adjusting the colors and values as needed.
step 08
Add final touches to enhance the overall effect.