plate no. 9510

Old Woman Peeling An Orange

oilImpressionismgenre paintingfigurewomandoorwayinteriororangechair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in capturing light and shadow on a figure and creating a sense of depth through tonal variations. It also provides practice in depicting textures with visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure and major shapes.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the darkest values.
step 03
Establish the light source and begin to define the shadows and highlights on the figure and surrounding objects.
step 04
Develop the details of the face and hands, paying attention to the subtle variations in tone.
step 05
Add texture to the clothing, walls, and floor using visible brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the edges of the shapes and blend the colors where necessary.
step 07
Add the final details, such as the orange and the details of the doorway.
step 08
Check for accuracy and make any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · ivory black · yellow ochre · raw umber

secondary · titanium white · burnt sienna

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining ivory black, raw umber, and titanium white. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna to create the warm tones of the orange and the highlights on the clothing.

techniques