plate no. 5434

Restaurant de la Machine at Bougival

oil, canvasFauvismcityscapebuildingstreescityscaperestaurantfoliagestreet

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplified shapes, bold color choices, and expressive brushwork to capture the essence of a scene. It also offers practice in creating depth through color and size variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and foreground.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color for the sky, buildings, and ground using simplified shapes.
step 03
Add the darker tones to define the shadows and forms of the buildings and trees.
step 04
Introduce the brighter colors to create highlights and visual interest.
step 05
Add details such as windows, doors, and foliage with short, expressive brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the shapes and colors, paying attention to the overall balance and harmony.
step 07
Add small details to the foreground foliage using dabs of color.
step 08
Review and adjust the painting as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · red · yellow · blue · green

secondary · pink · orange · white · black

Mix various shades of red and orange for the buildings and foliage. Use blue and white to create the sky and shadows. Mix greens and yellows for the foliage.

techniques