plate no. 4106

L'Homme Au Sabre. Aino, Hokkaido

Paul Jacoulet, 1955

oilUkiyo-eportraitportraitmanbearlandscapeclothingmountains

some experience helpful

This painting is great for practicing flat color application and pattern creation. Students can learn about the importance of line work and how to create a sense of depth with limited shading.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figure, bear, and landscape elements.
step 02
Outline the major shapes with a fine liner pen or a thin brush.
step 03
Begin filling in the large areas of flat color, starting with the background sky and landscape.
step 04
Add the base colors for the figure's skin, hair, and clothing.
step 05
Paint the bear using layers of brown and black, paying attention to the highlights and shadows.
step 06
Add the intricate patterns on the clothing, using a fine brush and precise lines.
step 07
Refine the details and add any final touches, such as the facial features and the texture of the landscape.
step 08
Add signature and title.

color palette

primary · light blue · green · brown · red

secondary · pink · purple · yellow · black

Mix light blue by combining white with a touch of blue. Achieve the various shades of green by mixing blue and yellow with varying amounts of white. Use red and brown to create the skin tones.

techniques