plate no. 8161

Madame Juliette Pascal

oil, canvasPost-Impressionismportraitportraitfigurewomaninteriorchaircurtains

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, color mixing, and capturing light and shadow with visible brushstrokes. It also provides practice in depicting fabric and interior spaces.

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 proportions of the figure and the placement of key elements.
step 02
Establish the background with broad strokes, paying attention to the colors and patterns of the curtains and wall.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, focusing on the overall form and proportions.
step 04
Begin to refine the facial features, paying attention to the light and shadow on the face.
step 05
Develop the details of the clothing, using short, broken brushstrokes to create texture.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Refine the details of the hands and other features.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.

color palette

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

secondary · alizarin crimson · cadmium yellow

Mix various shades of brown and blue to create the dark tones of the dress. Use yellow ochre and white for the skin tones, and add touches of red for warmth. Mix greens and blues for the background.

techniques