plate no. 3569

Port of Antwerp

Georges Braque, 1906

oil, canvasFauvismmarinaboatswaterbuildingsskycityscapeharbor

some experience helpful

This painting helps students practice simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using expressive color to convey light and atmosphere. Students will also learn to create a sense of depth through color and brushstroke variation.

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 horizon line, the placement of the boats, and the main buildings.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, water, and land using diluted paint.
step 03
Add the darker values to define the shapes of the boats and buildings.
step 04
Introduce the brighter, more saturated colors for highlights and reflections.
step 05
Refine the details of the boats and buildings, paying attention to the direction of light.
step 06
Add the railing in the foreground.
step 07
Adjust the colors and values as needed to create a harmonious composition.
step 08
Add final details and highlights.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · cadmium orange · alizarin crimson · viridian green

Mix blues and yellows for the water and sky, adding white for lighter tones. Use orange and crimson for the boats and reflections. Green is used sparingly for the railing.

techniques