plate no. 9010

The Loggia

oilRomanticismgenre paintingfigureinteriorchaircatarchitecturewindow

some experience helpful

This painting provides a good opportunity to practice capturing light and shadow with visible brushstrokes. Students can learn to simplify complex scenes and focus on capturing the overall impression rather than precise details.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 10 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the main architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and working towards the foreground.
step 03
Establish the light and shadow patterns, paying attention to how light falls on the figures and objects.
step 04
Add details to the figures, such as the facial features and clothing folds, using loose brushstrokes.
step 05
Refine the architectural elements, adding details to the windows, doors, and walls.
step 06
Add the final details, such as the cat and the objects on the floor.
step 07
Adjust the colors and values as needed to create a harmonious and balanced composition.

color palette

primary · titanium white · raw umber · rose madder · ivory black

secondary · yellow ochre · cerulean blue

Mix various shades of pink by combining white and rose madder. Use raw umber and white to create the neutral tones for the walls and architecture. Add small amounts of blue to the umber for cooler shadows.

techniques