plate no. 7269

Portrait of Princess Caroline Matilda of Great Britain, Later Queen of Denmark and Norway

pastelRococoportraitportraitfigureclothingchildfacehair

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including capturing likeness and rendering skin tones, as well as understanding subtle color variations and blending techniques.

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, focusing on the head, shoulders, and clothing.
step 02
Block in the background with a mid-tone color, establishing the overall value.
step 03
Begin layering skin tones, starting with lighter areas and gradually building up shadows and highlights.
step 04
Define the features of the face, paying close attention to the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 05
Paint the clothing, capturing the folds and details of the fabric.
step 06
Add the white lace trim, using fine brushstrokes to create texture.
step 07
Refine the hair, using light and dark tones to create volume and dimension.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · cerulean blue · rose madder

secondary · raw umber · viridian green · cadmium yellow

Achieve skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of rose madder. Create the dress color by mixing cerulean blue and viridian green, adjusting the ratio for different shades.

techniques