plate no. 0778

The Hammam

Rudolf Ernst

oilOrientalismgenre paintingfiguresinteriorarchitecturecarpetclothingtiles

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of figures and major architectural elements.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme by blocking in large areas of color, paying attention to the warm and cool tones.
step 03
Begin refining the figures, focusing on the folds and drapery of their clothing.
step 04
Add details to the architectural elements, such as the tiles and doorways.
step 05
Develop the textures of the carpet and other surfaces using varied brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the lighting and shadows, adding highlights to create a sense of depth.
step 07
Add final details and adjust colors as needed to achieve a cohesive and harmonious result.

color palette

primary · burnt sienna · yellow ochre · ivory black · alizarin crimson

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · titanium white

Mix various shades of brown and red by combining burnt sienna, alizarin crimson, and yellow ochre. Use ultramarine blue and viridian green to create cooler tones for the tiles and shadows.

techniques

·glazing
·scumbling
·dry brushing
·color mixing
·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details too early in the process.
→Failing to establish a strong value structure.
→Ignoring the subtle color variations in the shadows and highlights.
→Creating overly sharp edges that flatten the image.

materials

surface · stretched canvas

required

·stretched canvas 18x24
·oil paints (burnt sienna, yellow ochre, ivory black, alizarin crimson, ultramarine blue, viridian green, titanium white)
·linseed oil
·turpentine
·assorted brushes (round, flat, filbert)
·palette
·palette knife