plate no. 6169

Rua Bretã

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingsstreethousesskycityscapechimneys

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms and using expressive brushstrokes to create texture and atmosphere. It also provides practice in understanding and applying atmospheric perspective.

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 and the street, focusing on proportions and perspective.
step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of yellow ochre and white.
step 03
Establish the dark values of the buildings using a mix of burnt umber and black.
step 04
Add lighter values to the buildings to define their forms and create highlights.
step 05
Paint the street with a mix of yellow ochre, burnt umber, and white, varying the tones to create depth.
step 06
Add details such as windows, doors, and chimneys with small, deliberate brushstrokes.
step 07
Use dry brush technique to add texture to the buildings and street.
step 08
Refine the overall composition and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · black · raw sienna

Achieve the various browns by mixing burnt umber with yellow ochre and white. Use black sparingly to deepen shadows. Lighten colors with white, and add a touch of yellow ochre to warm them up.

techniques