plate no. 4166
Man With Flower
Heinrich Campendonk, 1918
some experience helpful
This painting is great for learning about color theory and how to use non-realistic colors to create a mood. Recreating this will help students understand how to simplify forms and use bold brushstrokes.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and background elements.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background.
- step 03
Apply the primary colors to the face and hands, focusing on the light and shadow areas.
- step 04
Add the darker blues and blacks to the clothing and hair.
- step 05
Refine the details of the face, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
- step 06
Paint the flower and the geometric shapes.
- step 07
Add final details and adjust colors as needed.
- step 08
Allow to dry and varnish (optional).
color palette
primary · yellow · red · blue · green
secondary · black · white · pink · orange
Mix greens from blues and yellows. Create lighter shades by adding white to the primary colors. Use red and yellow to create orange hues.
techniques
- ·color blocking
- ·expressive brushstrokes
- ·simplified forms
- ·color mixing
- ·layering
common pitfalls
- →Over-blending the colors
- →Getting the proportions wrong
- →Using too much detail
- →Not simplifying the forms enough
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·round brushes
- ·flat brushes
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·varnish
- ·easel
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Acrylics will dry faster, while oils will allow for more blending time.
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