plate no. 9560
Summer Day in Jyllinge. Lilacs in Bloom and Little Girls in the Village Street
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting figures in a landscape setting and practice creating depth through atmospheric perspective and color temperature changes.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
4
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and buildings.
- step 02
Establish the main color blocks for the sky, buildings, foliage, and figures.
- step 03
Begin refining the details of the figures, paying attention to proportions and anatomy.
- step 04
Develop the foliage using broken color and varied brushstrokes to create texture.
- step 05
Work on the details of the buildings, including windows, doors, and roof textures.
- step 06
Add the lilacs, using a combination of light and dark purples and greens.
- step 07
Refine the lighting and shadows throughout the painting to create depth and dimension.
- step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.
color palette
primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white
secondary · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson · sap green
Mix various greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of white. Achieve the lilac hues by blending alizarin crimson, ultramarine blue, and white.
techniques
- ·broken color
- ·scumbling
- ·alla prima
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·color temperature
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details too early in the process.
- →Failing to establish a clear light source and consistent shadows.
- →Using too much detail in the background, flattening the image.
- →Not varying brushstrokes enough to create texture and interest.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·assorted brushes (round and flat)
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·rags
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·easel
- ·mahl stick
Use a medium-grit canvas for better paint adhesion and texture.
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