plate no. 2282
Now Came Still Evening On
Joseph Farquharson, 1905
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and creating depth through layering and value changes. It also provides practice in rendering realistic textures of trees, foliage, and animals.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the converging lines of the path and trees.
- step 02
Establish the overall value structure with a thin wash of burnt umber or raw sienna.
- step 03
Block in the main shapes of the trees, path, and sheep, paying attention to their relative sizes and positions.
- step 04
Begin layering in darker values on the trees to create depth and dimension.
- step 05
Add highlights to the path and foliage to suggest sunlight and create contrast.
- step 06
Refine the details of the sheep, using small brushstrokes to create texture and form.
- step 07
Glaze the sky area with thin washes of yellow and orange to create a warm, atmospheric glow.
- step 08
Add final details and adjustments to enhance the overall realism and mood of the painting.
color palette
primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · yellow ochre
secondary · titanium white · ultramarine blue · sap green
Mix various shades of brown and green by combining burnt umber, raw sienna, ultramarine blue, and yellow ochre. Use titanium white to lighten values and create highlights. Glaze with thin washes of yellow and orange to create a warm, atmospheric effect.
techniques
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·glazing
- ·layering
- ·dry brushing
- ·scumbling
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details and losing the overall sense of atmosphere.
- →Creating too much contrast and making the painting look harsh.
- →Failing to establish a strong value structure early on.
- →Not paying attention to the converging lines of the composition.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas 18x24
- ·burnt umber oil paint
- ·raw sienna oil paint
- ·yellow ochre oil paint
- ·titanium white oil paint
- ·round brushes (sizes 2, 4, 6)
- ·flat brushes (sizes 4, 8)
- ·linseed oil
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·medium gloss
- ·turpentine
Use a high-quality canvas and artist-grade oil paints for best results. Consider using a medium to thin the oil paints and improve their flow.
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