The Kranenhoofd on the Scheldt, Antwerp (Winter Pastime on the Scheldt in Antwerp)

Begin with a light sketch outlining the major elements: the buildings, the crane, the ice, and the horizon line.

Establish the sky with a thin wash of pale blue and grey, blending towards the horizon.

Block in the distant cityscape with muted colors, focusing on the overall shapes rather than details.

Paint the ice surface, using varying shades of grey, white, and blue to suggest texture and depth.

Add the larger architectural elements like the crane and the buildings on the left, paying attention to their perspective.

Start adding figures, beginning with the larger ones in the foreground and gradually decreasing their size as they recede into the distance.

Refine the details of the figures and buildings, adding highlights and shadows to create form.

Add final details like birds in the sky and subtle reflections on the ice.