plate no. 8131

Still Life with Pitcher and Apples

Olga Rozanova, 1910

oilCubismstill lifestill lifepitcherapplesflowersleavestablecloth

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to simplify forms into geometric shapes and use color to create depth and interest. It will also teach them how to create texture with visible brushstrokes.

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 of the pitcher, apples, and other objects, focusing on their geometric forms.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for each object and the background, using simplified color planes.
step 03
Add darker values to create shadows and define the forms.
step 04
Introduce lighter values to highlight areas and create a sense of volume.
step 05
Refine the shapes and colors, paying attention to the relationships between objects.
step 06
Add details such as the handles of the pitcher and the stems of the apples.
step 07
Use visible brushstrokes to create texture and add interest to the painting.
step 08
Make final adjustments to the colors and values to achieve a harmonious composition.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · titanium white · cadmium red · ultramarine blue

secondary · sap green · dioxazine purple · yellow ochre

Mix browns by combining burnt umber and ultramarine blue. Create greens by mixing ultramarine blue and yellow ochre. Achieve lighter values by adding titanium white.

techniques