plate no. 8649

Rioni power-station

David Kakabadze, 1934

oilExpressionismlandscapemountainsbuildingriverlandscapeskytrees

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice color blocking and simplifying complex landscapes into geometric shapes. It also provides experience with creating depth through color and value changes.

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 mountains, building, and river.
step 02
Divide the landscape into distinct color blocks.
step 03
Apply the base colors for each block, starting with the sky and distant mountains.
step 04
Layer in darker and lighter shades within each block to create form and depth.
step 05
Add details to the building, such as the arches and windows.
step 06
Define the river with varying shades of blue and gray.
step 07
Refine the edges of the color blocks to create a sense of texture and detail.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall composition.

color palette

primary · green · yellow · blue · brown

secondary · orange · pink · gray

Mix various shades of green by combining yellow and blue with small amounts of brown or black. Create orange by mixing red and yellow, and adjust the tone with white or brown.

techniques