plate no. 6994

Old Houses in Krumau

Egon Schiele, 1914

oilExpressionismsketch and studybuildingshousesarchitecturetowncityscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in architectural sketching, linear perspective, and expressive brushwork to convey form and texture. It also encourages simplification of complex scenes into essential lines and shapes.

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 perspective lines of the buildings using a pencil.
step 02
Define the main outlines of the buildings with a fine-tipped pen or liner.
step 03
Block in the large areas of color using diluted washes of paint, focusing on the overall tones.
step 04
Add darker values to create shadows and define the forms of the buildings.
step 05
Use thicker paint and visible brushstrokes to add texture and details to the roofs and walls.
step 06
Introduce pops of color for windows, doors, and other architectural elements.
step 07
Refine the linework and add details to the foreground elements.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to enhance the overall composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · raw sienna

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · ivory black

Mix yellow ochre with burnt umber to create various shades of brown for the roofs and buildings. Use cadmium red sparingly for accents and details.

techniques

·linear perspective
·expressive linework
·dry brushing
·color washes
·scumbling

common pitfalls

→Overcomplicating the linework and losing the expressive quality.
→Using colors that are too saturated and overpowering the overall tone.
→Ignoring the perspective and creating distorted shapes.
→Not allowing the underpainting to dry before adding details.

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb or stretched canvas

required

·watercolor paper or canvas
·watercolor paints or acrylic paints
·fine-tipped pen or liner
·round brushes (various sizes)
·flat brushes (various sizes)
·pencil
·eraser
·palette

optional

·palette knife
·ruler
·masking fluid

Using a slightly textured paper or canvas will enhance the dry brush effect. Experiment with different types of pens and liners to find one that suits your style.

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