plate no. 4472

Portrait of F.Krasnoschiokov

oil, canvasBaroqueportraitportraitfigureclothingmedaljewelryhistorical

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions, skin tone mixing, and rendering of fabric and details. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth and form through subtle value changes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a light sketch outlining the figure's pose and proportions.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the background, skin tones, and clothing.
step 03
Refine the skin tones by layering and blending colors to create highlights and shadows.
step 04
Develop the details of the clothing, including the patterns and folds.
step 05
Paint the medal and jewelry, paying attention to the highlights and reflections.
step 06
Add the facial features, focusing on accurate placement and expression.
step 07
Refine the overall composition, adjusting values and colors as needed.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · ivory black

Mix skin tones using yellow ochre, cadmium red, burnt umber, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue and viridian green to create the ribbon color. Achieve the gold tones in the clothing and medal by mixing yellow ochre with burnt umber and a touch of cadmium red.

techniques