
plate no. 1467
Meijer de Haan, 1890
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in broken color techniques and creating form with visible brushstrokes. It also encourages observation of subtle color variations within shadows and highlights.
technical profile
approach — 8 steps
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition of the still life.
Block in the main areas of color: background, flowers, leaves, fruit, and glass.
Begin adding layers of color to the background, using short, broken brushstrokes.
Develop the form of the flowers by layering different shades of pink, purple, and white.
Paint the leaves with dark greens and blacks, paying attention to the shapes and edges.
Add details to the glass, using blues, purples, and whites to create a sense of transparency.
Paint the apple and lemon, focusing on their form and color variations.
Refine the details and add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
color palette
primary · titanium white · ultramarine blue · alizarin crimson · cadmium yellow
secondary · viridian green · burnt umber · yellow ochre
Mix various shades of pink and purple for the lilacs by combining alizarin crimson, ultramarine blue, and titanium white. Create greens by mixing ultramarine blue and cadmium yellow.
techniques
common pitfalls
surface · stretched canvas
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optional
Use a medium-tooth canvas to enhance the texture of the brushstrokes. Consider using a limited palette to simplify the color mixing process.
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