plate no. 4132

Through the rain

oilExpressionismlandscapebuildingstreesfigureshorse cartskysnow

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in loose, expressive brushwork and mixing muted color palettes to create a sense of atmosphere. It also provides practice in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and values.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, trees, and figures, focusing on composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes of paint, establishing the overall value structure.
step 03
Begin adding thicker paint layers, focusing on capturing the texture and direction of the brushstrokes.
step 04
Mix subtle variations of color to create depth and atmosphere in the sky and ground.
step 05
Develop the details of the buildings and trees, using smaller brushes to add finer lines and textures.
step 06
Add the figures and horse cart, paying attention to their placement and scale within the scene.
step 07
Refine the overall painting, adjusting values and colors as needed to create a cohesive and expressive image.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to enhance the sense of light and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · raw umber · titanium white · cadmium red light · cerulean blue

secondary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna · ivory black

Achieve muted tones by mixing complementary colors (e.g., red and green, blue and orange). Use white to lighten values and create subtle variations in color temperature.

techniques