plate no. 7682
Mrs. Andrew Lindington
Joseph Wright, 1762
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and rendering of skin tones, as well as the ability to depict intricate details like lace and jewelry.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
4
study guide
est. 25 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and clothing.
- step 02
Establish the background with a dark, blended tone.
- step 03
Block in the main areas of color for the skin, dress, and lace.
- step 04
Refine the skin tones with subtle layering and blending.
- step 05
Add details to the dress, focusing on the patterns and textures of the lace.
- step 06
Paint the jewelry and roses, paying attention to highlights and shadows.
- step 07
Adjust the overall values and colors to create a sense of depth and realism.
- step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.
color palette
primary · titanium white · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · cadmium red
secondary · yellow ochre · ivory black · viridian
Achieve skin tones by mixing white, red, yellow ochre, and a touch of umber. Create the blue of the dress by mixing ultramarine with white and a touch of black for shadows.
techniques
- ·portraiture
- ·glazing
- ·scumbling
- ·blending
- ·rendering textures
common pitfalls
- →Incorrect proportions of the figure.
- →Overly harsh or muddy skin tones.
- →Losing the details in the lace.
- →Failing to create a sense of depth.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·rags
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·retouch varnish
Use high-quality oil paints for best results. Consider using a medium to improve blending and drying time.
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