plate no. 7209

Tram Tracks

oilExpressionismgenre paintingfiguresstreetcityscapevehiclebuildingsshadows

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using expressive brushstrokes to convey mood and texture. Students will also learn to create depth using color and value.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the figures and the vehicle.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the background and the street.
step 03
Add the figures, paying attention to their proportions and poses.
step 04
Define the vehicle with simple shapes and colors, adding highlights and shadows.
step 05
Develop the background details, such as the buildings and streetlights.
step 06
Add the gold lines to represent tram tracks.
step 07
Refine the details and add final touches, such as highlights and shadows.
step 08
Adjust colors and values as needed to create a cohesive and expressive painting.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · burnt umber · titanium white · yellow ochre

secondary · cadmium red · violet · black

Mix various shades of gray and brown by combining burnt umber, ultramarine blue, and white. Achieve the street's color by mixing white, umber, and a touch of violet. Use yellow ochre and white for the vehicle's light.

techniques