plate no. 1836
Tea Things
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students practice rendering flat planes of color and creating simple line drawings. It also provides an opportunity to study and replicate traditional Japanese art styles.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
2
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and placement of the objects (jar, cup, tray, etc.).
- step 02
Outline the main shapes with a fine liner or thin brush.
- step 03
Fill in the background with a light, even tone.
- step 04
Add the base color to the tray, cup, and other objects.
- step 05
Paint the patterns on the jar and cushion with a fine brush.
- step 06
Add shadows and highlights to create depth.
- step 07
Refine the outlines and details.
- step 08
Add the text.
color palette
primary · red-orange · white · blue
secondary · black · beige
Mix white with a touch of blue for the background. Create the tray color by mixing red, orange, and a touch of brown.
techniques
- ·flat washes
- ·line drawing
- ·pattern replication
- ·simple shading
common pitfalls
- →uneven washes
- →inaccurate proportions
- →overly detailed shading
- →inconsistent line weight
materials
surface · watercolor paper 140lb
required
- ·watercolor paints or gouache
- ·fine liner brush
- ·round brush
- ·watercolor paper
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
optional
- ·ruler
- ·compass
- ·palette
Use a lightfast ink for the outlines to prevent fading over time.
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