plate no. 0298

Landscape

oilImpressionismlandscapemountainsfieldskytreeslandscapeclouds

some experience helpful

This painting helps students practice layering colors to create depth and using visible brushstrokes to convey texture. It also provides a good exercise in simplifying a complex landscape into basic shapes and values.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountain, field, and sky, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Block in the sky with light blues and grays, blending softly.
step 03
Establish the dark values of the mountain using a mix of blues, browns, and purples.
step 04
Paint the distant trees with dark greens and browns, using short, broken brushstrokes.
step 05
Layer in the field with various shades of yellow, ochre, and brown, using vertical strokes.
step 06
Add highlights to the field with lighter yellows and whites, focusing on areas catching the light.
step 07
Introduce small touches of red and orange for the wildflowers in the foreground.
step 08
Refine details and adjust values as needed, ensuring a sense of atmospheric perspective.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · raw umber

secondary · titanium white · cadmium red light · burnt sienna

Mix blues and browns for the mountain shadows. Use yellow ochre and white for the field, adding touches of red and sienna for warmth. Vary the sky by mixing blues, whites, and a touch of red.

techniques