plate no. 1969

Soba Kuzanusa

Leonid Šejka, 1963

oil, woodSurrealisminteriorinteriorfigurebookshelfwindowlandscapemusical instrument

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering complex textures and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in depicting intricate details within a confined space.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, paying attention to the perspective of the room and the placement of the figure and objects.
step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the background, floor, and figure.
step 03
Begin layering the dark tones of the interior, gradually building up the shadows and textures.
step 04
Paint the landscape seen through the window, focusing on creating a sense of distance and atmospheric perspective.
step 05
Add details to the bookshelf, including the books, objects, and decorative elements.
step 06
Develop the figure, paying attention to the folds of the clothing and the subtle variations in skin tone.
step 07
Refine the details of the musical instrument, capturing its shape and texture.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the depth and realism of the painting.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · ivory black

secondary · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

Use burnt umber and ivory black mixed with white to create the dark tones of the interior. Mix raw sienna and yellow ochre with white for the lighter areas. Use small amounts of cadmium red and ultramarine blue to create the colors of the floor tiles and the figure's clothing.

techniques