plate no. 6601

Landscape of the South of France

Chaim Soutine, 1918

oil, canvasExpressionismlandscapelandscapetreesbuildingsskyvillage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive brushwork and color mixing to create a sense of atmosphere and movement. Students will also learn to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and forms.

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, trees, and horizon line using a thin brush or charcoal.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes of color, focusing on the overall color harmony.
step 03
Start building up layers of paint, using thicker brushstrokes to define the forms and add texture.
step 04
Mix colors directly on the canvas to create a more vibrant and spontaneous effect.
step 05
Pay attention to the direction of the brushstrokes to create a sense of movement and energy.
step 06
Add details such as windows, branches, and foliage using smaller brushes.
step 07
Refine the colors and values, adjusting the contrast to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to bring the painting to life.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · sap green · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue

Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue. Create earth tones by mixing burnt umber with yellow ochre and a touch of red. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques