plate no. 8994

Morning

oil, canvasImpressionismnude painting (nu)figurenudeportraitchairfoliagelight

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, color mixing for skin tones, and capturing the effects of light and shadow. Students will also practice loose brushwork to create an impressionistic feel.

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 figure's pose and proportions.
step 02
Establish the background with broad strokes of green and brown.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure with a thin wash of color.
step 04
Begin layering skin tones, paying attention to the subtle variations in color and value.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to create form and dimension.
step 06
Define the features of the face, focusing on capturing the likeness of the model.
step 07
Paint the details of the chair and the fabric draped around the figure.
step 08
Refine the painting with final touches and adjustments.

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · alizarin crimson · ultramarine blue

secondary · burnt umber · viridian green · cadmium yellow

Mix skin tones using white, yellow ochre, alizarin crimson, and a touch of blue. Greens are created by mixing blue and yellow, with umber added for muted tones.

techniques