plate no. 9028

St. Anthony

oilNorthern Renaissancereligious paintingfigurelandscapedemonstreereligioussky

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering realistic figures, drapery, and complex compositions with multiple elements. Students will also learn to create depth using atmospheric perspective and color mixing.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figure, landscape, and demons.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background landscape, focusing on creating depth with lighter values in the distance.
step 03
Establish the basic forms of the figure, paying attention to the folds and shadows in the drapery.
step 04
Begin to refine the details of the face, hands, and beard, using subtle color variations to create a sense of realism.
step 05
Paint the demons and other fantastical creatures in the sky, using a variety of colors and textures to create a sense of chaos and movement.
step 06
Add details to the tree and other foreground elements, using a dry brush technique to create texture.
step 07
Refine the overall composition and add final details, such as highlights and shadows, to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 08
Glaze the painting to unify the colors and add a sense of depth.

color palette

primary · red · green · brown · white

secondary · yellow · blue · gray

Achieve the muted tones by mixing complementary colors. Use white to lighten values and create highlights. Browns can be created by mixing red, yellow, and blue.

techniques