plate no. 0862

Mother With Children In The Bois De Boulogne In Paris

oilImpressionismgenre paintingfigureschildrenparktreesclothingcarriage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in capturing figures in motion and using a limited palette to create a sense of atmosphere. It also provides practice in loose, expressive brushwork.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and the carriage, focusing on proportions and placement.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted brown or grey to establish the overall tonal values and background.
step 03
Begin adding darker values to the figures' clothing and the carriage, using a wet-on-wet technique for soft edges.
step 04
Define the figures' faces and hands with subtle washes of color, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the background, such as trees and other figures, using loose, gestural brushstrokes.
step 06
Introduce subtle color variations to the clothing and carriage to add depth and interest.
step 07
Refine the edges of the figures and carriage, using a dry brush technique to create texture.
step 08
Add final details, such as highlights and shadows, to enhance the sense of realism.

color palette

primary · raw umber · payne's gray · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna

Mix raw umber and payne's gray for the various shades of grey and black. Use white to lighten these colors. Add small amounts of yellow ochre or burnt sienna to warm up the greys.

techniques