plate no. 0389

Tea Time

Albert Lynch, 1903

oilArt Nouveau (Modern)genre paintingfiguresinteriortea partytableflowerswindow

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures, capturing soft light, and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in painting reflective surfaces and detailed still life elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and objects.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the overall values and relationships.
step 03
Develop the background and interior details, paying attention to the subtle shifts in color and light.
step 04
Refine the figures, gradually adding details to the faces, clothing, and hands.
step 05
Work on the still life elements on the table, capturing the highlights and reflections.
step 06
Add the flowers, focusing on their individual shapes and colors.
step 07
Adjust the overall values and colors to create a sense of harmony and balance.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · alizarin crimson · burnt umber

secondary · ultramarine blue · cadmium yellow · ivory black

Achieve the skin tones by mixing titanium white, alizarin crimson, yellow ochre, and a touch of burnt umber. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create subtle grays for the shadows and interior details.

techniques