plate no. 2078

My daughters, Eva and Jeanne

oil, canvasAcademicismportraitfigureschildrendoglandscapeflowerstrees

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering realistic skin tones, as well as practice creating depth and atmosphere in a landscape setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and the dog.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Develop the background, starting with the darkest areas and gradually adding lighter tones to create depth.
step 04
Refine the figures, paying attention to the details of their faces, clothing, and hair.
step 05
Add details to the dog, focusing on its fur texture and facial expression.
step 06
Paint the flowers and foliage in the foreground, varying the colors and textures to create visual interest.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to enhance the form and create a sense of light.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors, values, and details to achieve a cohesive and polished result.

color palette

primary · titanium white · ivory black · cadmium red light · yellow ochre

secondary · ultramarine blue · alizarin crimson · sap green · raw umber

Mix various shades of pink and lavender by combining white, red, and a touch of blue. Create natural greens by mixing yellow ochre and ultramarine blue, adjusting the ratio for different shades.

techniques