plate no. 2861

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Vajda Lajos, 1929

oilCubismcityscapebuildingscityscapearchitecturecubism

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand value relationships and how to simplify complex scenes into geometric forms. It's a good exercise in abstracting reality.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic geometric shapes and lines of the buildings, focusing on the overall composition.
step 02
Establish the darkest areas of the painting with a thin wash of dark brown or black.
step 03
Gradually build up the mid-tones, paying attention to the light source and how it affects the forms.
step 04
Use a dry brush technique to create texture and add depth to the buildings.
step 05
Define the edges of the shapes with darker lines to create contrast and separation.
step 06
Add highlights to the lighter areas to enhance the three-dimensionality of the forms.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the values as needed to achieve the desired effect.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and harmony of the painting.

color palette

primary · sepia · ivory black

secondary · raw umber · titanium white

Mix sepia and ivory black to create a range of dark tones. Add titanium white to lighten the values and create highlights. Use raw umber for subtle variations in the mid-tones.

techniques