plate no. 7032

Lyme Regis

Richard Eurich, 1930

oilNeo-Romanticismlandscapebuildingsseafigureslandscapeboatsky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into geometric forms and understanding atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in mixing muted tones and creating a sense of depth through color and value changes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings, figures, and shoreline.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and sea.
step 03
Add the basic shapes of the buildings, using simplified geometric forms.
step 04
Paint the figures, paying attention to their proportions and placement within the scene.
step 05
Develop the details of the landscape, including the grass, path, and trees.
step 06
Add details to the buildings, such as windows, doors, and brickwork.
step 07
Refine the colors and values throughout the painting, adjusting as needed to create depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details, such as the boat and any highlights or shadows.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · viridian

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of cadmium red. Achieve the off-white tones of the buildings by mixing titanium white with small amounts of raw umber and ultramarine blue.

techniques