plate no. 1110

Mount Fuji

paperShin-hangalandscapemountainseaboatsbirdsshorelinesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering washes to create depth and atmosphere, as well as simplifying complex shapes into basic forms. It also provides practice in rendering reflections and subtle color gradations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes: Mount Fuji, the shoreline, and the boats.
step 02
Apply a light wash of diluted yellow ochre or a similar warm tone to the sky and the upper part of the mountain.
step 03
Mix a pale blue-gray and apply a wash to the sky, blending it with the warm tone. Add a slightly darker wash to the upper part of the mountain to suggest clouds.
step 04
Paint the water with a mix of blue and gray, using horizontal strokes to create a sense of calm. Add darker tones near the shoreline to create depth.
step 05
Paint the boats using brown, black, and white. Add details such as the sails and rigging.
step 06
Add the birds using small, quick strokes of black ink or paint.
step 07
Paint the shoreline with a mix of brown and yellow ochre, adding details such as rocks and vegetation.
step 08
Add any final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Yellow ochre · Titanium white

secondary · Burnt umber · Black

Mix blue and white for the sky and water. Use yellow ochre and burnt umber for the shoreline and boats. Vary the proportions to achieve different shades and tones.

techniques