plate no. 2725

Lisbeth reading

Carl Larsson, 1904

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)genre paintinginteriorfigureflowerstableroomreading

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting interior spaces, rendering light and shadow on various surfaces, and capturing the likeness of a figure in a natural pose.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure, table, and main objects.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the background, walls, and floor, using thin washes.
step 03
Add the larger shapes of the figure, table, and flower arrangement, paying attention to proportions.
step 04
Develop the details of the figure's clothing and facial features, using layering and subtle color variations.
step 05
Refine the flower arrangement, adding details to the petals and leaves.
step 06
Add shadows and highlights to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Work on the details of the background, including the painting on the wall and the coat rack.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · red-orange · yellow ochre · sap green

secondary · burnt umber · gray · white

Mix various shades of red-orange by blending red with yellow and a touch of brown. Achieve subtle variations in the background by mixing yellow ochre with white and small amounts of other colors.

techniques