plate no. 9602

Madonna with Angels Between St Nicholas and Prophet Elijah

oilInternational Gothicreligious paintingMadonnaangelsreligious figuresthronegold backgroundhalo

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery rendering, and creating a sense of depth through subtle shading and color variations. It also offers practice in replicating the stylized aesthetic of early Renaissance art.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and architectural elements, paying attention to proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, such as the blue robe, flesh tones, and gold background.
step 03
Begin layering and blending colors to create subtle gradations and shadows in the figures and drapery.
step 04
Add details to the faces, hands, and clothing, using fine brushes for precision.
step 05
Paint the gold background and halos, using metallic paint or gold leaf if desired.
step 06
Carefully render the patterns on the throne and the details on the clothing of the saints and angels.
step 07
Add the text on the scroll held by the prophet.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed to achieve a harmonious composition.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · gold · ivory · flesh tones (ochre, white, red)

secondary · red · brown · grey · black

Achieve the flesh tones by mixing white, ochre, and a touch of red. Create subtle variations in the blue robe by adding small amounts of black or grey.

techniques