plate no. 3251
The kitchen in the house Manhaus
Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso, 1913
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and lines of the composition, focusing on the geometric forms.
- step 02
Establish the darkest values first, blocking in the shadows and defining the overall structure.
- step 03
Mix the primary color palette of browns, yellows, and blues.
- step 04
Begin filling in the larger shapes with the mixed colors, paying attention to the value variations within each shape.
- step 05
Gradually add lighter values to create highlights and suggest form.
- step 06
Refine the edges of the shapes and add details, such as the window and the table.
- step 07
Use thin lines to reinforce the geometric structure and add visual interest.
- step 08
Step back and adjust the overall balance and harmony of the painting.
color palette
primary · raw umber · yellow ochre · Prussian blue
secondary · burnt sienna · titanium white
Mix browns by combining umber and sienna. Use white to create lighter tints of each color. Achieve the greenish hues by mixing yellow ochre and Prussian blue.
techniques
- ·geometric abstraction
- ·color blocking
- ·limited palette
- ·value study
- ·linear perspective (simplified)
common pitfalls
- →Overcomplicating the composition with too many details.
- →Using colors that are too saturated or bright.
- →Losing the sense of depth and form.
- →Failing to establish a clear value structure.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic or oil paints
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·flat brushes (various sizes)
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil (if using oil paints)
optional
- ·painting medium
- ·easel
- ·rags
A medium-sized canvas (e.g., 16x20 inches) is recommended. Acrylic paints are more beginner-friendly due to their faster drying time.
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