plate no. 5264

The Place Maubert in Paris

Auguste Herbin, 1907

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapecityscapebuildingsstreetfiguresskychurch

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing and applying expressive brushstrokes to create form and texture. Students will also learn to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and color blocks.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, street, and church, focusing on perspective.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color using thin washes, establishing the overall composition and color harmony.
step 03
Begin adding thicker layers of paint, focusing on the direction and texture of the brushstrokes.
step 04
Mix and apply local colors to the buildings and street, paying attention to the variations in light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the figures and architectural elements, using smaller brushstrokes.
step 06
Refine the sky with swirling brushstrokes, blending colors to create a sense of atmosphere.
step 07
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the depth and dimension of the painting.
step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and harmony of the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · yellow · blue · red · green

secondary · purple · orange · pink

Achieve the vibrant colors by mixing pure hues directly on the canvas. Use white to lighten colors and create tints. Mix complementary colors to create muted tones for shadows.

techniques