plate no. 0772

Shrines in snowy mountains

oilUkiyo-elandscapemountainssnowtreesshrineslandscapesky

suitable for beginners

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and practice creating a sense of depth using line and color. It will also introduce the concept of negative space and how it can be used to create interesting compositions.

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 mountains, water, and land masses.
step 02
Outline the key elements like trees, shrines, and buildings.
step 03
Apply a base layer of color for the sky, water, and snow-covered areas.
step 04
Add darker tones to create shadows and define the forms of the mountains and trees.
step 05
Use fine lines to add details to the trees, buildings, and other elements.
step 06
Add the snow effect by using small white dots.
step 07
Refine the details and add any final touches.
step 08
Add the red stamp and text elements.

color palette

primary · Prussian blue · Titanium white · Ivory black

secondary · Vermillion · Yellow Ochre

Mix Prussian blue and white for the sky, varying the ratio for different shades. Use black sparingly to create shadows and details. Mix vermillion and yellow ochre for the red buildings.

techniques