plate no. 1866

Ponte Seca

Alberto da Veiga Guignard, 1949

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingscityscapeskyhillsarchitecturestreet

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create depth and atmosphere. It also provides practice in loose, expressive brushwork.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, hills, and sky, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, hills, buildings, and foreground using diluted washes.
step 03
Add darker values to define the shadows and architectural details of the buildings.
step 04
Introduce secondary colors and highlights to create depth and interest.
step 05
Refine the details of the buildings, such as windows and roofs, using smaller brushes.
step 06
Add texture to the foreground and hills using dry brush techniques.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and value contrast to achieve the desired mood.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · burnt umber · cerulean blue

secondary · yellow ochre · cadmium red · ultramarine blue

Mix various shades of gray by combining white, burnt umber, and a touch of blue. Achieve the earthy tones by mixing burnt umber with yellow ochre and white. Create the sky color with white and cerulean blue.

techniques