plate no. 7734

The Conversion Of St Paul

oil, canvasMannerism (Late Renaissance)religious paintinghorsefigurelandscapeskycloudsreligious scene

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, foreshortening, and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in rendering complex drapery and animal anatomy.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 40 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch, focusing on the placement and proportions of the horse and figure.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background landscape, establishing the horizon line and basic color relationships.
step 03
Begin to define the form of the horse, paying attention to its anatomy and the play of light and shadow.
step 04
Develop the figure of St. Paul, focusing on accurate proportions and the folds of his clothing.
step 05
Refine the details of the landscape, adding texture and depth to the foliage and mountains.
step 06
Add the highlights and shadows to the horse and figure, creating a sense of volume and realism.
step 07
Glaze the painting with thin layers of color to unify the composition and create a sense of atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details, such as the horse's tack and the texture of the ground.

color palette

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

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · ivory black

Achieve the flesh tones by mixing titanium white, cadmium red, and yellow ochre. Use burnt umber and ivory black to create the shadows and darker areas. Mix ultramarine blue and titanium white to create the sky.

techniques