plate no. 2679

Paisaje de las Rotes en Dénia

Rubén de Luis, 2020

canvas, oilImpressionismmarinaseascaperockswaterskycliffcoastline

some experience helpful

This painting provides an opportunity to practice layering colors and creating texture with visible brushstrokes. Students can learn to depict the interplay of light and shadow on rocks and water.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and major shapes of the land and rocks.
step 02
Block in the sky and sea with thin washes of color, establishing the overall tone.
step 03
Apply a base layer of color to the cliff and rocks, using a mix of browns and greens.
step 04
Begin layering colors on the rocks to create texture and dimension, using short, broken brushstrokes.
step 05
Paint the water, capturing the variations in color and reflections.
step 06
Add highlights and shadows to the rocks and water to enhance the sense of depth.
step 07
Refine the details of the cliff and add any small figures or boats.
step 08
Add final touches and adjust colors as needed.

color palette

primary · cerulean blue · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · viridian green · cadmium orange

Mix different shades of blue and green for the water. Use raw umber and yellow ochre to create the base color for the rocks, and add white for highlights.

techniques