plate no. 9045

Parrot avenue

Max Liebermann, 1902

oil, canvasImpressionismgenre paintingparkfigurestreespathavenuecrowd

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in capturing light and shadow using broken color and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in simplifying complex scenes into essential shapes and values.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, focusing on the path and the placement of the figures.
step 02
Establish the darkest darks of the trees and figures to create a value structure.
step 03
Block in the general colors of the path, grass, and sky using broad strokes.
step 04
Add details to the figures, simplifying their forms and focusing on capturing their gestures.
step 05
Introduce highlights on the figures and path to create a sense of light and atmosphere.
step 06
Refine the edges of the shapes to create a sense of depth and distance.
step 07
Add final touches and details to enhance the overall impression.
step 08
Step back and assess the painting, making any necessary adjustments to the composition, color, or value.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson · viridian

Mix the path color by combining yellow ochre, burnt umber, and white. Achieve the greens by mixing ultramarine blue, cadmium yellow, and a touch of burnt umber. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques