plate no. 5499

Marché, Haïti

Beauford Delaney, 1963

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresmarketbuildingsgoodscityscapeHaiti

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into geometric shapes and using bold color combinations to create visual interest. It also encourages exploration of expressive brushwork and understanding of positive and negative space.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the arrangement of buildings and figures.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and then the main elements like buildings and figures.
step 03
Define the shapes of the figures and objects they are carrying, using simplified geometric forms.
step 04
Add details such as facial features, clothing, and goods being sold, using bold lines and contrasting colors.
step 05
Introduce highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension, paying attention to the light source.
step 06
Refine the brushwork, using visible strokes to add texture and energy to the painting.
step 07
Add the black outlines to define shapes and create contrast.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and composition to achieve a balanced and harmonious result.

color palette

primary · red · blue · yellow · black

secondary · green · orange · white

Mix various shades of blue and green by combining primary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Achieve the red-orange background by mixing red and yellow.

techniques