plate no. 8707
Silistra Landscape
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 7 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and horizon line.
- step 02
Block in the sky with a thin wash of blue and white.
- step 03
Establish the main color masses for the land and buildings, focusing on warm and cool tones.
- step 04
Begin adding details to the trees and foliage using short, broken brushstrokes.
- step 05
Refine the shapes and colors of the buildings, paying attention to light and shadow.
- step 06
Add details to the foreground, such as grass and pathways.
- step 07
Adjust the overall color harmony and value range to create a cohesive composition.
color palette
primary · cerulean blue · yellow ochre · titanium white
secondary · burnt sienna · sap green
Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and cerulean blue. Create earth tones with yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and a touch of blue. Use white to lighten colors and create subtle variations.
techniques
- ·broken color
- ·scumbling
- ·color mixing
- ·layering
- ·atmospheric perspective
common pitfalls
- →overworking details
- →using colors straight from the tube
- →ignoring value relationships
- →creating muddy colors
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·round brushes
- ·flat brushes
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil or acrylic medium
optional
- ·easel
- ·painting knife
- ·rags
Use a limited palette to simplify color mixing and create a harmonious painting. Consider using a toned canvas to establish a base color.
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