plate no. 2315

Stag Hunt in the Oise in Sight of Compiegne, near Royallieu

oil, canvasRococogenre paintinglandscapefigureshorsesdogsriverhunting

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting complex scenes with many figures and animals, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective and color harmony in a landscape.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and major elements like the river, hills, and groups of figures.
step 02
Establish the sky and distant landscape with thin washes of color, paying attention to atmospheric perspective.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figures, horses, and dogs with simplified forms and basic colors.
step 04
Develop the details of the figures and animals, adding highlights and shadows to create form.
step 05
Refine the landscape, adding details to the trees, buildings, and water.
step 06
Add highlights and details to the figures and animals to create depth and realism.
step 07
Glaze over the painting to unify the colors and create a sense of atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · burnt umber · Prussian blue · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · raw sienna · ivory black

Achieve the muted greens by mixing Prussian blue, yellow ochre, and a touch of burnt umber. Use white to lighten values and create atmospheric perspective.

techniques