plate no. 1847

Paisaje De Asuncion

acrylic, paperImpressionismlandscapesunsetwaterskyfiguresbeachbuildings

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice blending techniques for skies and water reflections, as well as simplifying complex shapes into basic forms. It also provides an opportunity to explore atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition: horizon line, landmasses, and the position of the sun.
step 02
Block in the sky with a gradient of red, orange, and yellow, blending the colors smoothly.
step 03
Paint the water with horizontal strokes, reflecting the colors of the sky and adding highlights.
step 04
Add the dark landmasses and buildings in silhouette, using a dark color.
step 05
Paint the sun with a light yellow or white, adding subtle shading to create depth.
step 06
Add details like the figures on the beach and the boats in the water.
step 07
Refine the blending in the sky and water to create a smooth transition of colors.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · red · orange · yellow · black

secondary · white · brown

Mix red and yellow to achieve various shades of orange. Use white to lighten colors for highlights and the sun. Mix black with other colors to create darker tones for shadows and silhouettes.

techniques