plate no. 2180

The Old Testament Trinity

frescoBaroquereligious paintingangelsfigurestablebuildingreligious scenewings

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery rendering, and creating a sense of depth through color and value. It also provides practice in replicating a historical style.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main figures and architectural elements, paying attention to proportions.
step 02
Block in the background with a base layer of gold and earth tones.
step 03
Establish the main color masses for the figures' robes and wings.
step 04
Begin adding shadows and highlights to define the form of the figures and drapery.
step 05
Refine the details of the faces and hands, using small brushes.
step 06
Add details to the table and the items on it.
step 07
Create the textured gold background with dry brushing or stippling.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the overall depth and realism.

color palette

primary · red · gold · brown · white

secondary · blue · black · yellow ochre

Mix various shades of red by combining a base red with browns, yellows, and white. Achieve the gold effect by layering yellow ochre and metallic gold paint.

techniques