plate no. 9829

Suspicious smoke

oil, canvasBiedermeiergenre paintingfigurelandscapearchitectureplantsbalconysky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering atmospheric perspective and creating a sense of depth using color and value. It also provides practice in painting realistic textures, such as wood and foliage.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure, architecture, and landscape.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in large areas of color, starting with the sky and distant landscape.
step 03
Develop the architectural elements, paying attention to the light and shadow patterns on the balcony and building.
step 04
Paint the figure, focusing on accurate proportions and subtle variations in skin tone.
step 05
Add details to the plants and foliage, using a variety of brushstrokes to create texture and visual interest.
step 06
Refine the details in the landscape, using atmospheric perspective to create a sense of depth.
step 07
Add final touches, such as highlights and shadows, to enhance the overall realism of the painting.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · cerulean blue

secondary · yellow ochre · sap green · cadmium red light

Achieve the warm, earthy tones by mixing burnt umber and raw sienna with white. Create the sky by blending cerulean blue with white and a touch of yellow ochre. Mix greens by combining yellow ochre and cerulean blue.

techniques