plate no. 2523

Still Life with Lobster

Mikhail Larionov, 1907

oilNaïve Art (Primitivism)still lifestill lifelobsterbottlesmirrortablewallpaper

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes and using expressive brushstrokes to create texture and form. It also provides practice in capturing reflections and working with a limited color palette.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, paying attention to the placement of the objects and the overall balance.
step 02
Block in the main colors of the background wallpaper, using simplified shapes and patterns.
step 03
Establish the basic colors and values of the table surface, using broad brushstrokes.
step 04
Paint the larger objects (bottles, mirror, bread) using simplified shapes and colors, focusing on capturing their form and volume.
step 05
Add the lobster, paying attention to its shape and color variations.
step 06
Capture the reflection in the mirror using muted colors and simplified shapes.
step 07
Refine the details and add texture with expressive brushstrokes.
step 08
Adjust the colors and values as needed to create a cohesive and harmonious composition.

color palette

primary · turquoise · pink · orange · brown

secondary · white · black · green

Mix turquoise by combining blue and green with white. Achieve the various pink shades by mixing red with different amounts of white. Brown can be created by mixing red, yellow, and blue.

techniques