plate no. 3390
The Hunt Supper
Julius LeBlanc Stewart, 1889
experienced study
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering complex figures and drapery, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective in a large interior scene. It will also improve their ability to create a sense of depth and spatial relationships within a busy composition.
technical profile
palette complexity
4
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 30 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of figures.
- step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors of the background, focusing on the large architectural elements and general lighting.
- step 03
Start defining the figures, focusing on proportions and basic forms before adding details.
- step 04
Develop the drapery and clothing, paying attention to folds, highlights, and shadows to create volume.
- step 05
Refine the details of the faces and hands, capturing the expressions and gestures of the figures.
- step 06
Add the details of the tables, food, and other objects in the foreground.
- step 07
Adjust the values and colors throughout the painting to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
- step 08
Add final highlights and details to bring the painting to life.
color palette
primary · red · yellow ochre · ivory black · titanium white
secondary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · cadmium yellow light
Achieve the various skin tones by mixing white, yellow ochre, and a touch of red. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create a range of grays for the architecture and shadows.
techniques
- ·figure drawing
- ·drapery rendering
- ·atmospheric perspective
- ·glazing
- ·scumbling
common pitfalls
- →Getting lost in the details too early without establishing the overall composition.
- →Failing to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
- →Inaccurate proportions of the figures.
- →Overworking the details and losing the overall harmony of the painting.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas 24x36
- ·oil paints
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·assorted brushes (round, flat, filbert)
- ·linseed oil
- ·turpentine
- ·rags
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·retouch varnish
- ·easel
Use a medium-grain canvas for best results. Consider using a toned canvas to establish a base color.
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