plate no. 4825

Sunny landscape

Martiros Sarian, 1923

oil, canvasSymbolismlandscapemountainslandscapeskyfieldstreesbuildings

suitable for beginners

Recreating this painting will help students practice simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create depth and form. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes and non-realistic color choices.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountains, hills, and water, focusing on proportions and placement.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color: blue for the sky and water, yellow for the mountains, and pink/orange for the hills.
step 03
Add darker tones to define the shadows and create volume on the mountains and hills.
step 04
Paint in the details of the fields, buildings, and trees using simplified shapes and bold colors.
step 05
Add the path and other linear elements to guide the viewer's eye through the composition.
step 06
Refine the colors and brushstrokes to match the expressive style of the original painting.
step 07
Add final details and highlights to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · yellow · blue · red · pink

secondary · green · orange · purple

Mix various shades of pink and orange by blending red and yellow with white. Create the darker tones by adding small amounts of blue or black to the primary colors.

techniques