plate no. 5842
Pejzaz pagorkowaty
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, dividing the canvas into sky, hills, field, and stream.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, hills, and field using thin washes.
- step 03
Add darker values to the hills to create depth and form.
- step 04
Define the stream with dark blues and purples, suggesting reflections.
- step 05
Paint the trees with loose, broken brushstrokes, varying the colors to indicate foliage.
- step 06
Add the figure and sheep with simple shapes and a touch of red for the figure.
- step 07
Refine the foreground details with dry brush strokes to create texture.
- step 08
Add highlights to the field and trees to create a sense of light.
color palette
primary · yellow ochre · sap green · ultramarine blue · burnt umber
secondary · cadmium red · violet · titanium white
Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and ultramarine blue. Use white to lighten values and create subtle color variations. Mix violet with ultramarine blue and cadmium red.
techniques
- ·broken color
- ·scumbling
- ·dry brush
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·alla prima
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details
- →Using too much detail in the background
- →Creating flat, lifeless colors
- →Ignoring value changes to create depth
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·assorted brushes
- ·linseed oil
- ·odorless mineral spirits
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·easel
- ·rags
- ·varnish
Use a limited palette to simplify color mixing. Consider using a toned canvas to establish a base color.
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