plate no. 1400

Maso di Banco

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresbuildingscityscapearchitecturecrowdreligious

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create depth and mood. It will also provide practice in depicting figures in a stylized, expressive manner.

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 of the buildings and figures, focusing on their relative positions and proportions.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, buildings, and ground, using thin washes of paint.
step 03
Add the darker values to define the shadows and create a sense of depth.
step 04
Begin to refine the shapes of the figures, adding details such as clothing and facial features.
step 05
Use thicker paint and more visible brushstrokes to add texture and interest to the painting.
step 06
Mix and apply the secondary colors to add highlights and create a more vibrant palette.
step 07
Add final details such as architectural elements and small figures in the background.
step 08
Review the painting and make any necessary adjustments to the composition, color, or value.

color palette

primary · red ochre · ultramarine blue · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt sienna · viridian · cadmium yellow

Mix various shades of ochre with white and sienna for the buildings. Use ultramarine blue with a touch of black or burnt umber for the sky. Create the flesh tones by mixing red ochre, yellow ochre, and white.

techniques