plate no. 5011

Thomas Noel-Hill (1770–1832), 2nd Baron Berwick of Attingham

oilNeoclassicismportraitportraitfigurecolumnlandscapeclothingurn

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, including accurate proportions and rendering of fabric textures, as well as understanding subtle color variations to create depth and form.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Create a preliminary sketch outlining the composition and proportions of the figure and background elements.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, focusing on the overall values and establishing the light source.
step 03
Develop the background, starting with the sky and then moving to the foliage and architectural details.
step 04
Begin refining the figure, paying close attention to the facial features and the folds of the clothing.
step 05
Add details to the clothing, including the lace, ribbons, and textures of the fabric.
step 06
Refine the lighting and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 07
Add final details such as the sword, the hat, and the embellishments on the urn.
step 08
Glaze to unify the colors and add depth.

color palette

primary · ivory black · titanium white · raw umber · cadmium red light

secondary · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre · burnt sienna

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining ivory black, titanium white, and raw umber. Use ultramarine blue and white to create the blue accents in the clothing. Add small amounts of cadmium red light to the skin tones for warmth.

techniques