plate no. 1024

Saturday Evening Post Cover, November 29, 1913

J. C. Leyendecker, 1913

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)illustrationfigurepumpkinwheelbarrowadvertisementboyclothing

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, rendering textures of different materials (fabric, metal, and organic matter), and creating a focal point through color and composition.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the overall composition, focusing on proportions and placement of the figure, wheelbarrow, and pumpkin.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background, figure, wheelbarrow, and pumpkin with thin washes.
step 03
Begin adding details to the figure, focusing on the face and clothing folds.
step 04
Develop the form of the pumpkin by layering different shades of orange and adding highlights and shadows.
step 05
Add details to the wheelbarrow, paying attention to the metal texture and reflections.
step 06
Refine the background, adding subtle details and variations in tone.
step 07
Add the text elements, paying attention to the font and spacing.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors, values, and details to create a cohesive and polished painting.

color palette

primary · orange · gray · white · brown

secondary · red · black · yellow

Mix various shades of orange by blending red, yellow, and white. Achieve grays by mixing black and white, and add hints of brown or blue for cooler tones.

techniques