plate no. 1977

Peasant Home in Curtea de Argeş

Ion Theodorescu-Sion, 1922

oilImpressionismlandscapehousebuildingfencetreeslandscapesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing, layering, and creating texture with visible brushstrokes. 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 house, fence, and surrounding landscape.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Begin layering thicker paint, defining the forms and adding details to the house and fence.
step 04
Mix and apply colors for the foliage, using short, broken brushstrokes to create texture.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 06
Refine the details of the windows, roof, and other architectural elements.
step 07
Adjust the colors and values as needed to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · raw umber · titanium white · yellow ochre · burnt sienna

secondary · sap green · ultramarine blue · cadmium red

Mix various shades of brown and green by combining the primary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Mix blue and brown for the roof.

techniques