plate no. 2618

Odessa. The bridge on Lizoguba str.

Sergey Ryabchenko, 1959

linocut, paperRealismcityscapecityscapebridgebuildingswaterarchitecturestreet

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in linework, creating depth through layering, and understanding positive and negative space. It also encourages simplification of complex scenes into basic shapes and values.

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: the bridge, buildings, and water.
step 02
Establish the darkest areas with a dark brown or black, focusing on the shadows under the bridge and the foreground.
step 03
Apply the blue-grey color to the sky and water, leaving some areas untouched for highlights.
step 04
Add the brown tones to the buildings, using varying shades to create depth and form.
step 05
Use a dry brush technique to add texture to the buildings and bridge.
step 06
Refine the linework with a fine brush, emphasizing the architectural details.
step 07
Add highlights with a lighter blue or white to create reflections on the water and buildings.
step 08
Review and adjust the values and colors to achieve the desired contrast and depth.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Burnt umber

secondary · Titanium white · Payne's grey

Mix Prussian blue with a touch of burnt umber and white to achieve the blue-grey of the sky and water. Use varying amounts of white to create lighter and darker shades. Mix burnt umber with a touch of black for the darkest shadows.

techniques