plate no. 2247

The Poultry Woman

oil, panelBaroquegenre paintingfigurespoultrydoginteriormarketstill life

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering realistic figures with subtle lighting and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in depicting textures of various materials, such as fabric, wood, and feathers.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and proportions of the figures and objects.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and values using thin washes of color.
step 03
Develop the background, paying attention to atmospheric perspective and softening details in the distance.
step 04
Refine the figures, focusing on accurate anatomy and subtle gradations of light and shadow.
step 05
Add details to the still life elements, such as the poultry, dog, and birdcages, capturing their textures and forms.
step 06
Pay attention to the expressions and interactions of the figures to convey the narrative of the scene.
step 07
Glaze thin layers of color to enhance the depth and richness of the painting.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to create a sense of realism and bring the painting to life.

color palette

primary · raw umber · ivory black · yellow ochre · titanium white

secondary · burnt sienna · ultramarine blue · cadmium red light

Achieve the dark, rich tones by mixing raw umber and ivory black. Use yellow ochre and titanium white for the skin tones, and add touches of burnt sienna and cadmium red for warmth. Mix ultramarine blue with raw umber and white for the cooler background tones.

techniques