plate no. 9083

The Rest on the Flight into Egypt

oilSymbolismreligious paintingfigureslandscapetreesbuildingskyhill

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and rendering soft, diffused light. It also provides practice in depicting figures within a landscape setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures, building, and trees.
step 02
Establish the horizon line and the overall tonal values of the sky and landscape.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the trees and building with broad strokes.
step 04
Begin to refine the details of the figures, paying attention to their proportions and gestures.
step 05
Develop the foliage and grass, using a variety of greens and yellows.
step 06
Add details to the building, including the arches and windows.
step 07
Create depth by layering colors and values, using lighter tones for distant objects.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the form and create a sense of realism.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white

secondary · sap green · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve atmospheric perspective by adding white to colors for distant elements.

techniques