plate no. 1261

Paris, Carrefour Près Saint Germain Des Prés, des rues de l'Abbaye, Cardinal Lemoine, de Bourbon le Château, et de l'Echaudé St Germain

Fernand Combes, 1910

inkImpressionismcityscapecityscapebuildingsstreetarchitectureParisshop

some experience helpful

This drawing is great for learning perspective and line control. Recreating it will help students understand how to create depth and texture using hatching and cross-hatching techniques.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the basic shapes and perspective lines of the buildings and street.
step 02
Focus on the main building at the corner, outlining its structure and key features like windows and the awning.
step 03
Add details to the buildings, including windows, doors, and rooflines, using varying line weights to suggest depth.
step 04
Use hatching and cross-hatching to create shadows and texture on the buildings and street.
step 05
Pay attention to the perspective, making sure the lines converge towards the vanishing point.
step 06
Add details like the cart and figures to give the scene life.
step 07
Refine the linework, adding more detail and texture where needed.
step 08
Erase any unnecessary sketch lines and add final touches to complete the drawing.