plate no. 6355
The Old Wife and the New One
Azim Azimzade, 1935
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in depicting figures in traditional clothing and creating a sense of depth through overlapping shapes and color variations. It also provides practice in rendering patterns and textures.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
3
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
2
study guide
est. 12 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the overall composition, focusing on the placement of figures and key objects.
- step 02
Block in the main color areas for each figure and the background, using diluted washes.
- step 03
Start adding details to the faces, clothing, and objects, gradually building up layers of color.
- step 04
Define the patterns on the carpet and clothing, paying attention to the color variations and textures.
- step 05
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
- step 06
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed.
- step 07
Add final touches and details to enhance the overall composition.
- step 08
Step back and evaluate the painting, making any necessary adjustments.
color palette
primary · red · yellow · blue · brown
secondary · green · orange · purple
Mix browns and grays by combining primary colors. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Achieve the carpet's complex colors by layering washes of different hues.
techniques
- ·layering
- ·color mixing
- ·pattern rendering
- ·dry brushing
- ·glazing
common pitfalls
- →Getting lost in the details too early.
- →Overworking the colors and losing the freshness of the initial washes.
- →Failing to create a sense of depth and dimension.
- →Ignoring the subtle color variations in the patterns and textures.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·Stretched canvas
- ·Acrylic paints
- ·Round brushes (small, medium, large)
- ·Flat brushes (medium)
- ·Palette
- ·Water container
- ·Paper towels
- ·Pencil
optional
- ·Palette knife
- ·Retarder medium
- ·Easel
Use good quality acrylic paints for best results. A canvas with a smooth texture will be easier to work with.
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