plate no. 9472

Marngard

Eugène Jansson, 1900

oilSymbolismcityscapecityscapebuildingtreesskynightstreet light

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and creating a sense of depth using subtle color variations. It also provides practice in capturing the mood of a night scene.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, including the building, trees, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme with a thin wash of blue and brown tones.
step 03
Block in the dark areas of the trees and the wall using darker browns and greens.
step 04
Add highlights to the building and the sky, focusing on the light source.
step 05
Develop the texture of the ground and the wall with short, broken brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the details of the trees and the building, paying attention to the subtle color variations.
step 07
Add the street lights and the halo effect around the light source.
step 08
Adjust the values and colors as needed to create a cohesive and atmospheric painting.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Burnt umber · Titanium white

secondary · Yellow ochre · Sap green

Mix Prussian blue and burnt umber to create the dark tones for the trees and the wall. Use titanium white to lighten the blues and create the highlights in the sky and on the building. Add yellow ochre to create the street lights.

techniques