plate no. 2947

The Locutions of Derrick Taylor

David Young, 2022

digitalContemporary Realismreligious paintingfigurechurch interiorpaintingcandlesbiblealtar

experienced study

Recreating this painting will develop skills in rendering complex lighting scenarios and depicting realistic textures, as well as understanding atmospheric perspective in a large interior space.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a rough sketch of the composition, paying attention to proportions and perspective.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and colors, focusing on the overall value structure.
step 03
Establish the light source and begin to define the highlights and shadows.
step 04
Develop the background details, gradually adding more complexity to the church interior.
step 05
Refine the figure, paying close attention to anatomy and facial expression.
step 06
Add the details of the altar, candles, and other foreground elements.
step 07
Adjust the overall color balance and contrast to create a cohesive image.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to enhance the realism and visual impact.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · yellow ochre

secondary · cadmium red · titanium white · purple

Mix various shades of blue and brown to create the different tones of the suit. Use yellow ochre and white to create the halo effect. Mix red and brown for the wood tones.

techniques