plate no. 5054

Rainy Day

oilImpressionismlandscapebuildingslandscapeskycloudstreeswater

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors and creating texture with visible brushstrokes. It also provides practice in simplifying complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, ground, and buildings.
step 03
Add darker values to define the shadows and forms of the buildings.
step 04
Layer lighter colors to create highlights and variations in the sky and ground.
step 05
Use short, broken brushstrokes to create texture in the trees and grass.
step 06
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and doors.
step 07
Refine the reflections in the water.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

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

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · raw umber

Mix greens by combining blue and yellow. Create muted tones by adding small amounts of complementary colors (e.g., a touch of red to green). Use white to lighten values and create subtle color variations.

techniques