plate no. 2703

People

Jose Gutierrez Solana, 1933

lithography, paperExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresbarbershopinteriormirrorsclothingfurniture

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in cross-hatching and creating tonal variations with a limited palette. It also provides practice in depicting figures and interior spaces with a focus on capturing mood and atmosphere.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the overall composition, paying attention to the placement of figures and objects.
step 02
Establish the darkest areas of the painting with dense hatching.
step 03
Gradually build up the mid-tones using lighter hatching and cross-hatching.
step 04
Use varied line weights to create depth and emphasize certain areas.
step 05
Pay attention to the direction of the hatching to suggest form and texture.
step 06
Add details such as facial features, clothing folds, and reflections in the mirrors.
step 07
Refine the values and add contrast to create a sense of drama.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and composition, making any necessary adjustments.