plate no. 7633

SUMMER LANDSCAPE

JAROSLAV KELUC, 1966

oilImpressionismlandscapelandscapefieldhaystackstreesskyhills

some experience helpful

This painting provides practice in layering colors to create depth and texture, and in capturing the atmospheric perspective of a landscape. Students will learn to simplify complex forms into basic shapes and use brushstrokes to suggest detail.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the horizon line and the placement of key elements like the haystacks and trees.
step 02
Block in the sky with light blues and grays, creating soft, blended clouds.
step 03
Establish the distant hills with muted greens and blues to create atmospheric perspective.
step 04
Paint the darker greens of the trees, varying the shades to suggest depth and form.
step 05
Apply the base colors for the field, using yellows, browns, and greens.
step 06
Add details to the haystacks with short, directional brushstrokes, using variations of yellow and brown.
step 07
Define the path with lighter colors and subtle shadows.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to the foliage and haystacks to create texture and interest.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · sap green

secondary · titanium white · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows, and create muted tones by adding small amounts of complementary colors. Use white to lighten colors for highlights and atmospheric perspective.

techniques