Shop in Autumn by Maria Bozoky

plate no. 2035

Shop in Autumn

Maria Bozoky, 1981

inkExpressionismcityscapebuildingsstreetfiguretreeshopcityscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive line work and capturing a sense of place with simplified forms and bold color choices. It encourages experimentation with layering and creating depth through color and value.

technical profile

palette complexity

3

brushwork visibility

4

value contrast

4

compositional simplicity

3

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, street, and figure.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the buildings and sky with diluted washes.
step 03
Add darker values to define shadows and create depth.
step 04
Use expressive, loose brushstrokes to build up texture on the buildings and street.
step 05
Define the tree with quick, gestural lines.
step 06
Add details to the figure and shop signage.
step 07
Refine the overall composition and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · magenta

secondary · sap green · purple

Mix browns and purples by combining burnt umber with blues and reds. Achieve lighter tones by diluting the ink with water.

techniques

·expressive linework
·watercolor washes
·layering
·dry brush
·color mixing

common pitfalls

→overworking the details
→losing the spontaneity of the original
→muddying the colors
→incorrect proportions of buildings

materials

surface · watercolor paper 140lb

required

·black ink
·watercolor paper 140lb
·round brushes (various sizes)
·water container
·palette
·yellow ochre ink
·ultramarine blue ink

optional

·ruler
·masking fluid
·palette knife

Experiment with different types of ink and paper to achieve varying textures and effects.

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