plate no. 9057

Planty Park in Kraków

oilPost-Impressionismlandscapetreesparkbenchlamppostsfoliagepath

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and mastering loose, expressive brushstrokes to capture the essence of a scene rather than precise details. It also provides practice in depicting light and shadow in a natural setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the trees, lampposts, and bench.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color: dark greens for the foliage, browns for the tree trunks, and lighter tones for the path and sky.
step 03
Establish the light source and begin adding highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 04
Develop the foliage by layering different shades of green and blue, using short, broken brushstrokes.
step 05
Refine the details of the lampposts and bench, paying attention to their shapes and textures.
step 06
Add final touches of color and detail to enhance the overall atmosphere of the painting.
step 07
Glaze the painting with a thin layer of medium to unify the colors and add a subtle sheen.
step 08
Allow the painting to dry completely before varnishing.

color palette

primary · viridian green · burnt umber · yellow ochre

secondary · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow · titanium white

Mix greens by combining viridian green with yellow ochre or cadmium yellow. Create browns by mixing burnt umber with ultramarine blue or yellow ochre. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques