plate no. 8834

Portrait of a record-setter in work productivity

Kazimir Malevich, 1932

oilRealismportraitportraitfigurebuildingindustryskyfacial hair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, color mixing, and creating depth through layering and atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in capturing likeness and conveying a sense of personality.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and background.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Begin refining the facial features, paying attention to the subtle shifts in value and color.
step 04
Develop the details of the clothing and background, using broken color to create texture and visual interest.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to enhance the form and create a sense of depth.
step 06
Refine the edges and details, ensuring that the painting has a cohesive and unified feel.
step 07
Add final details to the face and clothing.
step 08
Step back and review the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · viridian green

Mix various shades of brown and gray by combining burnt umber, ultramarine blue, and white. Use yellow ochre and white to create the skin tones, and add small amounts of red or blue to adjust the temperature.

techniques