The Three Brides

Create a preliminary sketch to establish the composition and placement of figures.

Transfer the sketch to the canvas using a light pencil or charcoal.

Begin by blocking in the darkest areas with a thin wash of burnt umber.

Gradually build up the mid-tones using diluted mixtures of burnt umber and white.

Add highlights to the figures and roses using lighter tones of the same mixture.

Refine the details of the faces, hair, and drapery with a small brush.

Pay attention to the linear details and outlines to define the forms.

Add final touches and adjust values as needed to create depth and dimension.