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Lucia Demetriade Balacescu, 1943

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapebuildingshousestreesfigurefencevillage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a cohesive and harmonious composition. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes to define forms and textures.

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, trees, and figure, focusing on their relative sizes and positions.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and ground, using diluted washes.
step 03
Add the darker tones to define the shadows and create depth in the buildings and trees.
step 04
Introduce the mid-tones to create form and volume, blending edges as needed.
step 05
Paint the details of the fence, figure, and architectural elements, using thicker paint and more defined brushstrokes.
step 06
Add highlights to create a sense of light and atmosphere.
step 07
Refine the composition by adjusting colors and values as needed.
step 08
Allow to dry and add a protective varnish if desired.

color palette

primary · sky blue · burnt sienna · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · ivory black

Mix the sky blue by combining white with a touch of blue. Achieve the various browns by mixing burnt sienna, raw umber, and white in different proportions. Use black sparingly to darken colors.

techniques

·flat washes
·dry brush
·color mixing
·layering
·scumbling

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details
→Using too many colors
→Creating muddy colors by over-mixing
→Ignoring the importance of value contrast

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb

required

·watercolor paper 140lb
·watercolor paints
·round brushes (various sizes)
·flat brush
·palette
·water container
·masking tape

optional

·palette knife
·kneaded eraser
·ruler
·varnish

Use high-quality watercolor paper to prevent buckling and ensure vibrant colors. Experiment with different brush sizes and techniques to achieve the desired effects.

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