plate no. 2445

Tiergarten im Winter

oilImpressionismlandscapewinterlandscapebridgetreessnowwater

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color mixing to achieve subtle variations and layering techniques to create depth and texture in a winter scene.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the bridge, river, and trees.
step 02
Establish the overall color scheme with a light wash of diluted paint, focusing on the cool tones of the snow and water.
step 03
Begin layering in the darker values to define the shadows and forms of the trees and snowdrifts.
step 04
Add the warm tones of the bridge and the bare branches, using a dry brush technique to create texture.
step 05
Refine the details of the trees and branches, paying attention to the negative space.
step 06
Add highlights to the snow and water to create a sense of light and reflection.
step 07
Blend the colors and values to create a soft, atmospheric effect.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values as needed to achieve the desired effect.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · burnt umber · violet · raw sienna

Mix ultramarine blue and white for the cool tones of the snow and water. Add a touch of violet to deepen the shadows. Use yellow ochre for the bridge and mix with burnt umber for the branches.

techniques