plate no. 7504

Maison dans la Campagne

Bernard Buffet, 1982

oilExpressionismcityscapehouselandscapeskyfencetreesarchitecture

some experience helpful

This painting offers a good opportunity to practice simplifying complex forms and using bold outlines. Students can learn to create depth with limited color variations and expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the house, landscape, and fence, focusing on proportions and perspective.
step 02
Block in the main color areas: sky, house walls, roof, and ground.
step 03
Add darker tones to define shadows and create depth in the landscape and on the house.
step 04
Apply the lighter tones to the house walls and ground, blending slightly to create subtle variations.
step 05
Paint the details of the windows, fence, and gate, using a thin brush for precision.
step 06
Outline the main shapes with black paint to emphasize the contours and create a graphic effect.
step 07
Add the red and white stripes to the gate posts.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the values as needed.

color palette

primary · gray · cream · black · red

secondary · dark green · white

Mix various shades of gray by combining black and white. Achieve the cream color by adding a touch of yellow or brown to white. Dark green is mixed from black and green.

techniques