plate no. 0273

Nature morte du Pavillon de l'Esprit Nouveau

Le Corbusier, 1924

oilCubismstill lifestill lifevesselsgeometric shapestabletopabstractcontainers

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand color blocking and how to simplify complex forms into basic geometric shapes. It also provides practice in creating a balanced composition using abstract elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition of the objects, focusing on their relative sizes and positions.
step 02
Divide the canvas into the main color areas, ignoring details at first.
step 03
Mix the primary colors needed for the painting: various shades of brown, blue, green, and white.
step 04
Begin filling in the large color blocks with flat, even tones.
step 05
Gradually refine the shapes and add subtle variations in color within each block.
step 06
Add the smaller details and geometric elements, paying attention to their placement and color.
step 07
Check the overall balance and harmony of the painting, making adjustments as needed.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the forms.

color palette

primary · tan · light blue · muted green · white

secondary · brown · gray · terracotta

Mix the tans by combining brown and white with small amounts of yellow or orange. Muted greens can be achieved by mixing blue and yellow with a touch of brown. Vary the blues by adding white or gray.

techniques