plate no. 1976

My Courtyard (in Bangkok)

Galileo Chini, 1911

oil, cardboardImpressionismcityscapearchitecturecourtyardbuildingstairstreepot

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting light and shadow on architectural forms and creating a sense of depth using color and brushwork. It also provides practice in capturing the texture of different surfaces.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and perspective lines of the architecture.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Establish the light and shadow patterns on the buildings and ground.
step 04
Refine the details of the architectural elements, such as the stairs, railings, and doors.
step 05
Add the tree and pot, paying attention to their shapes and colors.
step 06
Develop the texture of the surfaces with visible brushstrokes.
step 07
Adjust the colors and values to create a sense of atmosphere and depth.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue · cadmium red

Mix various shades of ochre and umber with white to create the building's colors. Use burnt sienna and red for the pot. Mix blue with umber for cooler shadows.

techniques