plate no. 6436

Playa inexplorada

Angel Planells, 1980

oilSurrealismlandscapebeachrocksskycloudssurreal objectswater

some experience helpful

This painting offers practice in rendering realistic light and shadow on various textures, as well as creating depth through atmospheric perspective. Students will also learn to blend colors to create smooth transitions and subtle variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the rocks, horizon line, and main objects.
step 02
Block in the sky with light blue, gradually adding white for the clouds, paying attention to their shapes and shadows.
step 03
Establish the base colors for the rocks and sand, using a mix of browns, yellows, and ochres.
step 04
Begin layering the rocks, adding shadows and highlights to create form and texture.
step 05
Paint the water, blending blues and greens to create depth and reflections.
step 06
Render the draped objects, focusing on the folds and shadows in the fabric.
step 07
Add the details of the butterfly-like object, paying attention to its metallic sheen.
step 08
Refine the details and add final highlights and shadows to create a sense of realism and depth.

color palette

primary · sky blue · titanium white · yellow ochre · burnt umber

secondary · cerulean blue · cadmium yellow · raw sienna · ivory black

Mix blues and white for the sky, adding a touch of yellow for warmer areas. Use ochre, umber, and white for the rocks, varying the proportions to create different shades. Mix blues and greens for the water, adding white for highlights.

techniques