plate no. 1406

The Hoveniershuis

oilSymbolismcityscapebuildingstreeshousesbrickwindowsdoor

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and creating subtle color variations to depict texture and form. It's also a good exercise in depicting complex subjects with a limited palette.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the overall value structure with a thin wash of burnt umber or a similar earth tone.
step 03
Begin blocking in the main colors of the buildings, focusing on the brick and roof tiles.
step 04
Gradually build up layers of color, adding details to the brickwork and windows.
step 05
Paint the trees and foliage, using a variety of brushstrokes to create texture.
step 06
Refine the details of the door and windows, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 07
Add final touches and highlights to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Glaze with thin washes to unify the colors and create a sense of atmosphere.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · cadmium red

secondary · payne's gray · yellow ochre · sap green

Mix burnt umber and white for the lighter areas of the buildings. Add cadmium red to burnt umber for the brick color. Use payne's gray and yellow ochre for the roof and foliage.

techniques