plate no. 4834

TERRACE OF RUDJER BOŠKOVIĆ

Leonid Sejka, 1962

oilSurrealismlandscapelandscapefiguremountainsarchitectureinstrumentssky

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering, glazing, and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also offers practice in rendering complex textures and intricate details.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figure, landscape, and architectural elements.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme with thin washes of color, starting with the sky and distant landscape.
step 03
Begin building up the landscape with layers of color, gradually adding detail and texture.
step 04
Paint the figure, paying attention to the folds and shadows in the clothing.
step 05
Add the architectural elements and scientific instruments, focusing on accurate proportions and details.
step 06
Glaze over the entire painting to unify the colors and create a sense of depth.
step 07
Add final details and highlights to bring the painting to life.
step 08
Varnish the painting to protect it and enhance the colors.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · yellow ochre · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · ultramarine blue · sap green · ivory black

Achieve the muted earth tones by mixing burnt umber, yellow ochre, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create grays and blacks. Add small amounts of cadmium red to warm up the browns.

techniques