plate no. 9224
Poet and Queen (Grygory Skovoroda) 83 88
Ivan-Valentyn Zadorozhny, 1988
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 7 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and placement of the figures and other elements.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the background and figures.
- step 03
Add details to the figures, such as facial features, clothing, and accessories.
- step 04
Paint the floral wreath and flowers, focusing on simple shapes and colors.
- step 05
Add the text using a fine brush or paint marker.
- step 06
Refine the details and edges of the painting.
- step 07
Add any final touches or corrections.
color palette
primary · brown · light blue · white · red
secondary · yellow · grey · green · black
Mix browns from burnt umber and burnt sienna. Achieve the light blue by mixing white with a touch of ultramarine or cerulean blue. Use yellow ochre and cadmium yellow for the flowers.
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·simplified shapes
- ·stylized details
- ·color blocking
- ·opaque painting
common pitfalls
- →overly detailed rendering
- →muddy colors
- →inaccurate proportions
- →uneven color application
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·canvas or painting panel
- ·assorted brushes (flat and round)
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·water or solvent
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·retarder
- ·varnish
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Acrylics will dry faster, while oils allow for more blending time.
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