plate no. 8289

Stein on the Danube

Egon Schiele, 1913

oil, panelArt Nouveau (Modern)cityscapecityscapebuildingstowerhillsarchitecturetown

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex forms and using a limited palette to create a cohesive and expressive artwork. It also emphasizes line work and creating texture with visible brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, tower, and hills, focusing on proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes of color, starting with the sky and background hills.
step 03
Add the darker tones to define the shapes of the buildings and create shadows.
step 04
Begin adding details to the buildings, such as windows and doors, using a fine brush.
step 05
Use short, broken brushstrokes to create texture on the buildings and hills.
step 06
Outline the main shapes with a dark color to emphasize the structure and add definition.
step 07
Add the final details, such as the clock on the tower and the small trees in the foreground.
step 08
Review and adjust the values and colors to create a harmonious and balanced composition.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · Prussian blue · cadmium yellow

Mix yellow ochre and raw umber to create the dominant earth tones. Use white to lighten the colors and create highlights. Add small amounts of blue to darken the shadows.

techniques