plate no. 1754

Portrait de Mlle Samary

oil, canvasImpressionismportraitportraitfigureclothinghairjewelryface

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting would help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering subtle skin tones. It also provides practice in depicting fabric textures and details.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic proportions and pose of the figure on the canvas.
step 02
Establish the background with a dark, muted tone.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, focusing on the overall form and proportions.
step 04
Begin layering in the skin tones, paying attention to highlights and shadows.
step 05
Develop the details of the clothing, including the folds and textures.
step 06
Add the details of the hair, using short, broken brushstrokes to create a sense of movement.
step 07
Paint the jewelry and other accessories, paying attention to their reflective qualities.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the values to create a cohesive and realistic portrait.

color palette

primary · ivory black · raw umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · alizarin crimson · ultramarine blue · burnt sienna

Mix skin tones by blending white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red and umber. Use ultramarine blue and alizarin crimson to create the deep purples in the bow. Muted greens can be achieved by mixing yellow ochre, ivory black, and a touch of blue.

techniques