plate no. 7665

The black monster attacking the wife of a carpe

oilUkiyo-emythological paintingmonsterfigureinteriorclothingmythologynewspaper

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to depict complex scenes with multiple figures and develop skills in rendering textures and patterns using limited color palettes. Students will also learn about composition and storytelling in art.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the monster.
step 02
Block in the main color areas, starting with the background and the largest shapes.
step 03
Add details to the figures, including their clothing and facial expressions.
step 04
Develop the texture of the monster using dry brush techniques and varying pressure.
step 05
Refine the lighting and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 06
Add patterns to the clothing and other elements, paying attention to the direction of the lines.
step 07
Include the text elements and borders.
step 08
Add final details and adjust colors as needed.

color palette

primary · indigo · white · green

secondary · red · brown · gray

Mix indigo with white to create various shades of blue. Use red and brown to create a muted red-brown for the lantern base. Mix white with small amounts of indigo and brown for the monster's fur.

techniques