plate no. 0346

Self Portrait

gouacheFauvismself-portraitportraitflowersvasefigurejewelry

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students practice color mixing for skin tones and learn to simplify complex shapes into basic forms. It also provides an opportunity to experiment with visible brushstrokes to create texture and depth.

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, vase, and flowers, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes, starting with the background and large shapes.
step 03
Mix skin tones using a limited palette of reds, yellows, and blues, and apply to the face and hands.
step 04
Add details to the face, such as eyes, nose, and mouth, paying attention to light and shadow.
step 05
Paint the flowers and vase, using bold brushstrokes to capture their texture and form.
step 06
Refine the details of the clothing and jewelry, adding highlights and shadows.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and contrast to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.
step 08
Add final touches and details to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · alizarin crimson · ultramarine blue

secondary · viridian green · cadmium red · purple

Mix skin tones by combining yellow ochre, alizarin crimson, and ultramarine blue. Use viridian green and yellow ochre for the green tones in the background and vase. Mix purple by combining alizarin crimson and ultramarine blue.

techniques