plate no. 2018

Lucrèce Borgia

Georges Rochegrosse, 1904

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)history paintingfiguresinteriordraperyarchitecturehistoricalgarlands

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure painting, rendering fabrics, and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also offers practice in depicting complex interior spaces and decorative elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 40 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Develop the background, paying attention to the atmospheric perspective and the details of the architecture.
step 04
Refine the figures, focusing on accurate anatomy and rendering of skin tones.
step 05
Add details to the clothing and drapery, capturing the folds and textures.
step 06
Introduce highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Refine the details of the faces and expressions.
step 08
Add final touches and glazes to unify the painting and enhance the colors.

color palette

primary · rose madder · ivory black · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · viridian · gold · ultramarine blue · cadmium red

Achieve the skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of rose madder. Create the fabric colors by mixing primary colors with white or black to adjust the value.

techniques