plate no. 9779

Mingachevir HES

oilExpressionismlandscapelandscapebuildingswaterskymountainsindustrial

some experience helpful

This painting helps develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and forms. Students will also learn to capture the essence of a landscape with expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and major shapes of the buildings and landscape.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue-purple mix, blending slightly.
step 03
Establish the main areas of the landscape with broad strokes of yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and raw umber.
step 04
Add the buildings and structures, using a light gray mixed with white and touches of pink for highlights.
step 05
Define the water with turquoise and green, using horizontal strokes to suggest movement.
step 06
Layer darker shades of brown and green to create depth and shadow in the foreground.
step 07
Add details with smaller brushes, such as the lines of the power lines and the figures in the building.
step 08
Refine the highlights and shadows to create a sense of form and dimension.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · raw umber · turquoise · cadmium red light · light violet

Mix yellow ochre and burnt sienna for the earth tones. Use ultramarine blue and white for the sky, adding a touch of red for the violet tint. Mix turquoise from blue and green, and add white for highlights in the water.

techniques