plate no. 7152

To Søstre I En Have

Hans Andersen Brendekilde, 1909

oilRealismgenre paintingfiguresgardenhouserosesporchreading

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering figures in natural light and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in painting foliage and architectural details.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the main architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, such as the sky, grass, and the house walls.
step 03
Establish the light and shadow patterns on the figures and the surrounding environment.
step 04
Develop the details of the figures, including their clothing and facial features.
step 05
Add details to the background, such as the foliage, flowers, and architectural details.
step 06
Refine the colors and values throughout the painting, paying attention to the overall harmony.
step 07
Add final highlights and details to create a sense of realism.
step 08
Glaze to unify the painting and adjust values as needed.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · titanium white · viridian green · alizarin crimson

secondary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · cadmium red light · raw sienna

Mix greens by blending viridian green with yellow ochre and titanium white. Achieve the pinks of the roses by mixing alizarin crimson with titanium white and a touch of cadmium red light.

techniques