plate no. 4221

Silifke'den

Burhan Dogancay, 1956

oilImpressionismmarinaboatswatershoreskyfigureslandscape

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes and capturing reflections in water. It also focuses on using a limited color palette to create a cohesive and atmospheric effect.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes: horizon line, land masses, and boat positions.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light wash of yellow and a darker tone for the distant land.
step 03
Apply a light blue wash for the water, leaving some areas lighter for highlights.
step 04
Paint the land masses with browns and ochres, varying the tones to create depth.
step 05
Add the boats, starting with the largest one, using reds, browns, and blacks.
step 06
Paint the reflections in the water, using slightly darker and blurred versions of the boat colors.
step 07
Add details like masts, figures, and smaller boats.
step 08
Refine the edges and add final touches to create a sense of atmosphere.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber

secondary · cadmium red · ivory black

Mix ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create dark tones for the boats and reflections. Use yellow ochre and a touch of red for the land. Dilute colors with water or medium for washes.

techniques