plate no. 2881

Peter of Verona exorcising a demon personified by a Madonna and Child

oilMannerism (Late Renaissance)history paintingfiguresangelsarchitecturereligious scenedemoninterior

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice figure drawing, drapery, and creating depth through value changes. It also provides experience with depicting complex scenes with multiple figures.

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 placement of the main figures and architectural elements.
step 02
Establish the darkest values first, defining the shadows and contours of the figures and architecture.
step 03
Apply the mid-tones, blending them into the darks to create a sense of form and volume.
step 04
Add the lightest values to highlight the figures and create focal points.
step 05
Refine the details of the faces, hands, and drapery.
step 06
Add subtle variations in color to create depth and interest.
step 07
Review the overall composition and make any necessary adjustments to the values and details.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Payne's gray

secondary · Raw umber · Titanium white

Mix Prussian blue and Payne's gray for the base color. Add Raw umber to darken shadows and Titanium white to lighten highlights. Use thin washes of color to build up the values gradually.

techniques