plate no. 5064

Mandorli Ad Algeri

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)landscapegardenflowerscolumnstreespathwayfoliage

some experience helpful

This painting offers a good opportunity to practice layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as capturing the effects of light and shadow on various surfaces. Students can develop their skills in depicting organic forms and creating a sense of atmosphere.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the columns and the pathway.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color: the sky, foliage, pathway, and columns.
step 03
Begin layering the greens in the foliage, using different shades to create depth and texture.
step 04
Add the pinks and reds of the flowers, paying attention to their placement and shape.
step 05
Refine the details of the columns, using light and shadow to create a sense of form.
step 06
Work on the pathway, adding texture and variations in color to suggest the surface.
step 07
Add the details of the branches and leaves, using a fine brush.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · sap green · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson

secondary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · yellow ochre

Achieve the various greens by mixing sap green with cadmium yellow and ultramarine blue. Create the pinks by mixing alizarin crimson with titanium white. Use burnt umber to create darker tones and shadows.

techniques