plate no. 3479

Roussin, Albin

oilAcademicismportraitportraitfiguremilitarybuildingskyship

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and rendering of light and shadow on the face and clothing, as well as depicting complex textures and details.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch of the overall composition, focusing on the proportions and placement of the figure and the background elements.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, starting with the background and then moving to the figure's clothing and skin tones.
step 03
Refine the shapes and values of the figure, paying close attention to the light and shadow.
step 04
Begin adding details to the figure's face, clothing, and accessories.
step 05
Work on the background elements, adding details to the building and the ship.
step 06
Refine the overall composition, adjusting values and colors as needed.
step 07
Add final details and highlights to create a sense of realism.
step 08
Varnish the painting to protect it and enhance the colors.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · yellow ochre · ivory black

Mix various shades of blue and white for the sky. Use burnt umber and white for the building, and mix red and white for the sash. The jacket is a mix of blue and black with gold accents.

techniques