plate no. 9763

Little Street of Montmartre, Paris

oilExpressionismcityscapecityscapebuildingsstreetskydomestrees

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using expressive brushstrokes to create texture and visual interest. It also provides practice in color mixing and creating a sense of depth through color and value.

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, street, and domes, focusing on proportions and perspective.
step 02
Apply a thin wash of background color (yellow-green) to the entire canvas.
step 03
Block in the main color areas of the buildings, sky, and street with simplified shapes and colors.
step 04
Begin adding details to the buildings, such as windows, doors, and architectural elements, using thicker paint and visible brushstrokes.
step 05
Paint the sky with vertical brushstrokes, blending blues and whites to create a sense of depth and movement.
step 06
Add the cobblestone street using small, individual brushstrokes of various colors to create texture and light.
step 07
Paint the tree with thin branches and small dabs of color for the leaves.
step 08
Refine the details and add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.

color palette

primary · cerulean blue · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · burnt umber · viridian green · cadmium red light

Mix various shades of blue and green by combining cerulean blue, viridian green, and white. Create earth tones by mixing yellow ochre, burnt umber, and small amounts of red or blue.

techniques