plate no. 9933

Study for 'At evening time'

George Elgar Hicks, 1864

oilRealismgenre paintingfigurewindowseaboatscurtainsinterior

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure, window, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in the main areas of color: the sky, sea, figure's dress, and interior.
step 03
Begin refining the details of the sky and sea, paying attention to the subtle gradations of color and the atmospheric perspective.
step 04
Work on the figure, focusing on the folds of the dress and the highlights and shadows that define its form.
step 05
Add details to the interior, including the curtains, chair, and rug.
step 06
Refine the details of the boats in the distance, using small brushstrokes to suggest their form.
step 07
Add final highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and realism.
step 08
Review and adjust the overall composition, making sure that the focal point is clear and the colors are balanced.

color palette

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

secondary · alizarin crimson · cadmium yellow

Achieve the atmospheric sky and sea by mixing ultramarine blue, white, and a touch of yellow ochre. Create the purple dress by mixing alizarin crimson and ultramarine blue, adjusting the proportions to achieve the desired shade.

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