plate no. 3806

Mountain Landscape

Alla Horska, 1970

oilExpressionismlandscapemountainslandscapeskygeometric shapesabstracthorizon

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplifying complex forms into geometric shapes and using color to define planes and create depth. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes and non-realistic color choices.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the mountains and landscape, focusing on their geometric forms.
step 02
Divide the landscape and mountains into distinct geometric sections.
step 03
Block in the sky with broad strokes of yellow, orange, and pink, allowing some blending.
step 04
Fill in the mountain sections with varying shades of blue, green, purple, and black, keeping the colors distinct.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to the mountain facets using lighter and darker tones of the existing colors.
step 06
Paint the foreground with earthy tones like orange, brown, and green, using visible brushstrokes.
step 07
Define the edges of the geometric shapes with darker colors or black to enhance their definition.
step 08
Add final details and adjust colors as needed to achieve the desired expressive effect.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · cadmium red · viridian green

secondary · purple · orange · black · white

Mix different shades of green by combining yellow and blue. Create purple by mixing red and blue. Vary the intensity of colors by adding white or black.

techniques