plate no. 9893

The snow is not permitted

Jacek Yerka, 1991

oilSurrealismcityscapebuildingsnowwinterinteriorlandscapearchitecture

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering complex architectural details and creating a cohesive surreal scene with varied textures. It also provides practice in color mixing to achieve realistic lighting and atmospheric effects.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 25 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a detailed sketch outlining the building's structure, interior elements, and surrounding landscape.
step 02
Establish the base color for the sky and snow-covered ground, focusing on subtle gradations of gray and white.
step 03
Begin layering the brickwork, paying close attention to the perspective and the play of light and shadow.
step 04
Add the interior details, such as the furniture, objects, and the view through the window.
step 05
Render the snow on the roof and ground, using highlights and shadows to create a sense of depth and texture.
step 06
Paint the bare trees and other winter vegetation, using thin, delicate brushstrokes.
step 07
Refine the details and add any finishing touches, such as the artist's signature.
step 08
Glaze with thin layers to unify the colors and create a sense of atmosphere.

color palette

primary · burnt sienna · titanium white · payne's gray

secondary · yellow ochre · raw umber · cadmium red light

Achieve the brick color by mixing burnt sienna with a touch of cadmium red light and raw umber. Use payne's gray and titanium white to create various shades of gray for the sky and snow.

techniques

·glazing
·dry brushing
·scumbling
·layering
·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

→Oversimplifying the architectural details, resulting in a flat and unrealistic appearance.
→Failing to create a convincing sense of depth and atmosphere.
→Using colors that are too saturated, which can detract from the overall mood of the painting.
→Not paying attention to the subtle variations in tone and color in the snow and sky.