plate no. 1713

Pavlovsk. Novosilviysky bridge.

Anna Ostroumova-Lebedeva, 1921

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)cityscapetreesbridgewaterlandscapeskyfoliage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in simplifying complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the bridge, trees, and horizon line.
step 02
Apply a thin wash of diluted yellow ochre and burnt sienna to the sky, ground, and water areas.
step 03
Begin layering darker tones of brown and green to define the trees and foliage, using loose brushstrokes.
step 04
Add details to the bridge using a mix of burnt umber and raw sienna, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 05
Create reflections in the water by mirroring the colors and shapes above, but with softer edges.
step 06
Use dry brush technique to add texture to the trees and ground.
step 07
Add final highlights with touches of light yellow and white.
step 08
Refine edges and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna · burnt umber

secondary · raw sienna · sap green · titanium white

Mix yellow ochre and burnt sienna for warm highlights. Use burnt umber and sap green for darker foliage. Add white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques