plate no. 9757

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oilArt Nouveau (Modern)genre paintingfigurerosesvasetabledressflowers

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly in capturing soft lighting and delicate features, as well as practicing layering and blending techniques to create smooth transitions.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, paying attention to the proportions of the figure and the placement of the vase and table.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, starting with the background and the figure's skin tones.
step 03
Begin to refine the features of the face, focusing on the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 04
Add details to the dress, including the folds and the blue ribbons.
step 05
Paint the roses and leaves, paying attention to the variations in color and the way the light hits them.
step 06
Add the vase and the table, using light and shadow to create depth.
step 07
Refine the details and add any final touches.
step 08
Glaze to unify the colors and add depth.

color palette

primary · titanium white · rose madder · yellow ochre

secondary · cerulean blue · viridian green · raw umber

Mix rose madder and white for the skin tones, adding touches of yellow ochre for warmth. Use a combination of rose madder and viridian green for the roses, adjusting the proportions to create different shades.

techniques