plate no. 0854

Sueño olvidado

Angel Planells, 1936

oilSurrealismsymbolic paintinglandscapefiguresarchitecturehorseseasky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in creating surreal landscapes and rendering figures in a dreamlike setting, as well as practicing smooth blending techniques.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, paying attention to the placement of the figures and architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, sea, sand, and the large structure.
step 03
Begin adding details to the sky and sea, blending colors to create a soft, atmospheric effect.
step 04
Work on the large structure, adding shadows and highlights to define its form and texture.
step 05
Paint the figures, paying attention to proportions and details of their clothing.
step 06
Add the horse head and other details in the foreground, such as the rock and the wooden log.
step 07
Refine the colors and values throughout the painting, ensuring a cohesive and dreamlike atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ochre · sky blue · white · brown

secondary · red · yellow · dark blue · grey

Mix ochre with white and brown for the building and sand. Use varying amounts of white to create highlights and shadows. Mix blues and white for the sky and sea, adding small amounts of other colors for subtle variations.

techniques