plate no. 2562

Mamdouh Riad's Wife

oilExpressionismportraitportraitwomandressjewelryfurchair

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering fabric and jewelry. It also provides practice in creating depth and form through subtle value changes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and chair.
step 02
Establish the main light and shadow areas with a thin wash of burnt umber.
step 03
Block in the background and the dark fur coat with dark browns and blacks.
step 04
Begin layering the skin tones, starting with mid-tones and gradually adding highlights and shadows.
step 05
Develop the details of the dress, paying attention to the folds and highlights.
step 06
Add the jewelry, focusing on capturing the sparkle and texture.
step 07
Refine the facial features, ensuring accurate proportions and expression.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values to create a cohesive and realistic portrait.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · ivory black

secondary · cadmium red light · yellow ochre · emerald green

Skin tones are achieved by mixing white, sienna, and a touch of red. The dress color is a mix of sienna, yellow ochre, and white. Dark areas are created with burnt umber and black.

techniques