plate no. 8704

Schokko with Wide-Brimmed Hat

Alexej von Jawlensky, 1910

oilExpressionismportraitportraitwomanhatclothingfigureflowers

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplified shapes, bold color choices, and expressive brushstrokes to convey form and emotion. It's a good exercise in understanding how to use color to create a mood rather than represent reality.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the figure, hat, and background, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color: background, skin, dress, and hat, using simplified, flat tones.
step 03
Add details to the hat, including the flowers and color variations.
step 04
Refine the facial features, paying attention to the simplified shapes and color choices.
step 05
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 06
Define the edges of the shapes with darker or lighter tones.
step 07
Add the white stripes on the dress.
step 08
Review and adjust the colors and values as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · red · yellow · pink · orange

secondary · blue · white

Mix greens by combining yellow and blue. Achieve the background pink by mixing red and white. Vary the reds and oranges by adding small amounts of yellow or blue.

techniques