plate no. 7519

Mountain View

oilCubismlandscapemountainshillsvillagetreesbuildingslandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms into geometric shapes and understanding how to use color to create depth and atmosphere. It also provides practice in creating a stylized landscape with a unique perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountains, hills, and village, focusing on geometric forms.
step 02
Block in the main color areas: the sky, mountains, hills, and foreground.
step 03
Develop the mountain range with varying shades of blue and white, creating a sense of depth and form.
step 04
Paint the hills using warm tones like burnt sienna and ochre, blending to create highlights and shadows.
step 05
Add the village houses with simple shapes and contrasting roof colors.
step 06
Define the trees in the foreground using dark greens and browns, varying the size and shape of the foliage.
step 07
Add details to the buildings and trees, refining the shapes and adding highlights.
step 08
Review and adjust the colors and values to achieve the desired mood and atmosphere.

color palette

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

secondary · sap green · cadmium red · ivory black

Mix various shades of blue and white for the mountains. Use burnt sienna and yellow ochre for the hills, adding white for highlights and a touch of black for shadows. Mix greens from blue, yellow, and black.

techniques