plate no. 2283

Lunch break in harvest time

oilImpressionismgenre paintingfiguresfieldhaystackslandscapeskyharvest

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting figures in a landscape and understanding atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in capturing the texture of hay and grass using varied brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the horizon line.
step 02
Block in the main color areas: sky, field, and figures, using thin washes.
step 03
Develop the sky with layered brushstrokes, creating depth and cloud formations.
step 04
Add details to the field, focusing on the color variations and texture of the haystacks.
step 05
Refine the figures, paying attention to their proportions and clothing details.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create form and dimension.
step 07
Work on the foreground details, such as the grass, rake, and book.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust values to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white · cerulean blue

secondary · sap green · raw sienna · ivory black

Achieve the warm tones of the hay by mixing yellow ochre, burnt umber, and a touch of white. Create the sky by blending cerulean blue, white, and a hint of grey.

techniques