plate no. 6738

The Kiss of Judas (Grey Passion-2)

oilInternational Gothicreligious paintingfiguresreligious scenearmorhalostorchcrowd

experienced study

Recreating this painting will develop skills in rendering figures in complex poses and drapery, as well as understanding chiaroscuro to create depth and drama. Students will also learn to depict metallic surfaces and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and placement of figures.
step 02
Outline the main shapes and forms, paying attention to proportions and perspective.
step 03
Begin with a monochrome underpainting using burnt umber to establish the value structure.
step 04
Gradually build up layers of color, starting with the darkest areas and moving towards the highlights.
step 05
Focus on rendering the drapery folds and the details of the armor.
step 06
Pay close attention to the facial expressions and the interaction between the figures.
step 07
Add the halos and the torch flame with careful attention to detail.
step 08
Refine the details and add final touches to enhance the overall realism.

color palette

primary · ivory black · titanium white · burnt umber

secondary · yellow ochre · raw sienna · cadmium red light

Mix ivory black and titanium white to create various shades of gray for the figures and armor. Use burnt umber for the underpainting and shadows. Add small amounts of yellow ochre and raw sienna to warm up the grays. Use cadmium red light sparingly for the torch flame and subtle skin tones.

techniques

·Underpainting
·Glazing
·Chiaroscuro
·Rendering drapery
·Creating metallic textures

common pitfalls

→Getting lost in the details too early without establishing the overall value structure.
→Failing to accurately depict the proportions and anatomy of the figures.
→Overusing color and losing the monochrome effect.
→Ignoring the subtle gradations of light and shadow.