plate no. 7347

Portrait of Alexeï Ivanovitch Vassiliev

oilRococoportraitportraitfigureclothingbuildingdeskcurtain

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and rendering of light and shadow on the face. It also provides practice in depicting complex details like clothing and decorations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and proportions of the figure and background.
step 02
Establish the main areas of light and shadow using a mid-tone wash.
step 03
Begin refining the facial features, paying close attention to the structure of the face.
step 04
Develop the details of the clothing, including the folds and textures.
step 05
Add the decorations and embellishments on the clothing, focusing on accuracy.
step 06
Paint the background elements, such as the building and curtain.
step 07
Refine the details and add highlights to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Add final glazes to unify the painting and enhance the colors.

color palette

primary · red · white · black · green

secondary · gold · blue · brown

Mix various shades of red by combining a base red with white, black, or brown. Achieve realistic skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red and blue.

techniques