plate no. 0421

Pub garden

oil, canvasBaroquegenre paintingfigurestablegardendogarchitecturefood

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures in a complex scene and understanding atmospheric perspective to create depth.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of figures and the table.
step 02
Establish the main light source and map out the areas of light and shadow.
step 03
Block in the large shapes of the figures and background with thin washes of color.
step 04
Start building up the colors in layers, focusing on the local color of each object.
step 05
Refine the details of the figures, paying attention to the facial features and clothing.
step 06
Add details to the background, including the foliage and architectural elements.
step 07
Adjust the values and colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · ivory black · sap green

Mix various shades of brown and green by combining burnt umber, yellow ochre, and ivory black. Use cadmium red to create the red clothing, and mix with browns to dull the color.

techniques