plate no. 6679

Reflection In A Fountain

oilPost-Impressionismnude painting (nu)figuregardenwatertreesbuildingfountain

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice pointillism and color mixing to achieve subtle variations in tone and texture. It also provides an opportunity to study figure drawing and composition within a landscape.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes: figures, fountain, building, and foliage.
step 02
Establish the basic color blocks for each area using diluted washes.
step 03
Begin applying small dots or dashes of color to build up the forms, starting with the darkest areas.
step 04
Mix and apply colors to create the impression of light and shadow on the figures and foliage.
step 05
Pay attention to the reflections in the water, using similar colors to the surrounding objects.
step 06
Add details to the architectural elements and the pot with the plant.
step 07
Refine the edges and add final touches to create a cohesive composition.
step 08
Consider adding a light glaze to unify the colors.

color palette

primary · green · pink · white · brown

secondary · blue · yellow · ochre

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows. Achieve skin tones by mixing pink, white, and a touch of brown or ochre. Create subtle variations in color by layering different hues of dots.

techniques