plate no. 9695

Selling Carrots

oilRococogenre paintingfigurestreevegetablesdogtablelandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures in a landscape setting and understanding how to create depth using atmospheric perspective and subtle color variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the placement of figures and the main elements.
step 02
Establish the background with a thin wash of muted greens and browns, suggesting the foliage and distant landscape.
step 03
Block in the main figures with simplified shapes and values, focusing on proportions and gestures.
step 04
Develop the details of the faces and clothing, using subtle highlights and shadows to create form.
step 05
Paint the still life elements on the table, paying attention to the colors and textures of the vegetables.
step 06
Add details to the tree, using varied brushstrokes to suggest the texture of the bark and leaves.
step 07
Refine the overall composition by adjusting values and adding small details to create depth and interest.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the sense of light and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · Prussian blue · cadmium red light

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, Prussian blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve skin tones with a base of yellow ochre, white, and a hint of red.

techniques