plate no. 0564

The Paseo de las Delicias, in Madrid

oilRococogenre paintingtreesfiguresparklandscapeskyclothing

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures in a landscape and understanding atmospheric perspective to create depth. It will also improve their ability to mix subtle color variations to depict light and shadow.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the trees, figures, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the sky with a thin wash of blue, fading towards the horizon.
step 03
Block in the large shapes of the trees with varying shades of green, paying attention to the light source.
step 04
Add the figures, starting with the larger, more prominent ones in the foreground.
step 05
Develop the details of the figures' clothing and faces, using small brushes and careful color mixing.
step 06
Refine the foliage of the trees, adding highlights and shadows to create depth and texture.
step 07
Paint the path and ground, using earth tones and subtle variations in color.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to the figures and landscape to create a sense of realism and depth.

color palette

primary · sap green · cerulean blue · raw umber · titanium white

secondary · cadmium red · yellow ochre · ivory black

Mix greens by combining blues and yellows with touches of brown or black to create natural variations. Achieve skin tones by mixing reds, yellows, and whites with small amounts of brown or blue for shadows.

techniques