plate no. 6491
no attributions
Ivan Generalić, 1990
study guide
est. 10 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition lightly on the canvas.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and background.
- step 03
Add the main elements: the figures, the cross, the church, and the houses.
- step 04
Refine the shapes and add details to the figures and buildings.
- step 05
Add the snow details on the roofs and the ground.
- step 06
Paint the fence and other foreground elements.
- step 07
Add final details like the dog, the flower, and the icicles.
- step 08
Adjust colors and values as needed to create a cohesive composition.
color palette
primary · sky blue · brown · red · white
secondary · green · yellow · grey · black
Mix different shades of blue with white to create the sky. Use browns and blacks to create the church and houses. Mix white with primary colors to create lighter tones for snow.
techniques
- ·layering
- ·blending
- ·dry brushing
- ·simplification
common pitfalls
- →overcomplicating the details
- →not establishing a clear value structure
- →using colors that are too saturated
- →incorrect proportions of figures
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·round brushes
- ·flat brushes
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil (if using oil paints)
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·easel
- ·rags
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Acrylics are easier for beginners, but oils will give a richer color.
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