plate no. 5146

Landscape with Hills and Trees

Janos Mattis-Teutsch, 1916

oilFauvismlandscapelandscapehillstreesskyfoliage

suitable for beginners

Recreating this painting helps students practice simplifying complex forms into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a harmonious composition. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes to convey texture and movement.

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 hills and trees, focusing on their overall form rather than details.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue wash.
step 03
Apply the base colors (yellow, green, blue, pink) to the different areas, using broad brushstrokes.
step 04
Add darker shades of green to create depth and shadow in the foliage.
step 05
Introduce lighter shades of yellow to highlight the hills and trees.
step 06
Define the edges of the shapes with slightly darker or lighter tones to create contrast.
step 07
Add the tree trunks with a pinkish-brown hue.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · yellow · green · blue

secondary · pink · light green

Mix different shades of green by combining yellow and blue. Create pink by mixing red and white. Vary the intensity of colors by adding white or black.

techniques