plate no. 9738

Mademoiselle Salle

pastelRococoportraitportraitfigurelacedressbowchair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and subtle skin tone variations. It also provides practice in rendering delicate textures like lace and fabric.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and chair.
step 02
Establish the background with broad, blended strokes of dark blues and browns.
step 03
Block in the main areas of color for the skin, dress, and chair, focusing on the overall values.
step 04
Begin refining the skin tones with subtle layers of color, paying attention to highlights and shadows.
step 05
Develop the details of the dress, including the folds, ruffles, and lace, using lighter colors and finer strokes.
step 06
Add details to the face, such as the eyes, nose, and mouth, using small, precise strokes.
step 07
Refine the background and chair, adding details and adjusting the values as needed.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to the entire painting, paying attention to the overall balance and harmony.

color palette

primary · titanium white · rose madder · ultramarine blue

secondary · yellow ochre · raw umber

Achieve skin tones by mixing white, rose madder, and a touch of yellow ochre. Use ultramarine blue and raw umber for the darker background. Mix white with rose madder for the pink dress and bow.

techniques