plate no. 8528

Landscape with Mosque

oilImpressionismcityscapemosquebuildingsskytreescityscapefigures

some experience helpful

This painting provides practice in capturing architectural forms with simplified shapes and colors, and in creating atmospheric perspective through subtle value shifts. Students will also learn to suggest details with loose brushwork rather than precise rendering.

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, mosque, and trees, paying attention to their relative proportions and placement.
step 02
Establish the horizon line and the overall composition.
step 03
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, buildings, and ground using thin washes.
step 04
Gradually build up the colors and values, layering paint to create depth and dimension.
step 05
Use thicker paint and bolder brushstrokes to add details and texture to the buildings and trees.
step 06
Pay attention to the light and shadow, and adjust the values accordingly.
step 07
Add the figures and other small details.
step 08
Refine the painting, making sure that the colors and values are harmonious.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson · viridian green

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve the sky color by mixing titanium white with a small amount of ultramarine blue and yellow ochre. Create variations in the building colors by adjusting the proportions of the primary colors.

techniques