plate no. 4919

Landscape in South of France

oilImpressionismcityscapebuildingsstreetskytreeslandscapecityscape

some experience helpful

This painting offers a good opportunity to practice simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a harmonious composition. Students can develop their skills in capturing light and shadow 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 shapes of the buildings, street, and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the main color areas using thinned paint: sky, buildings, road, and greenery.
step 03
Establish the darkest shadows and lightest highlights on the buildings and road.
step 04
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and architectural features, using thicker paint.
step 05
Define the shapes of the trees and bushes with varied greens and browns.
step 06
Refine the road surface with subtle color variations and textures.
step 07
Add the poles and other linear elements.
step 08
Review the painting and make any necessary adjustments to color, value, and detail.

color palette

primary · raw umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · viridian green

Mix various shades of brown by combining raw umber, yellow ochre, and white. Add small amounts of burnt sienna for warmth and viridian green to create muted greens for foliage.

techniques