plate no. 2861

Saint Francis Of Assisi According To Pope Nicholas V?s

oilBaroquereligious paintingfigurereligious figurerobeshadowsdark background

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand chiaroscuro and how to model forms using subtle value changes. It will also help them practice rendering fabric and creating a sense of depth with a limited palette.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic figure proportions and pose on the canvas.
step 02
Block in the large areas of dark background and the robe's general shape.
step 03
Establish the main light source and begin to define the highlights and shadows on the robe.
step 04
Mix a range of neutral tones to build up the values on the robe, focusing on subtle gradations.
step 05
Refine the details of the face, paying close attention to the light and shadow patterns.
step 06
Add the details of the rope belt, using lighter tones to create highlights and texture.
step 07
Soften edges and blend transitions between values to create a smooth, realistic effect.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to enhance the sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · raw umber · ivory black · titanium white

secondary · yellow ochre · burnt umber

Achieve the robe's color by mixing raw umber and ivory black with varying amounts of titanium white. Use yellow ochre and burnt umber to add warmth to the highlights and shadows.

techniques