plate no. 9100

Triunfo de San Agustín

oil, canvasBaroquereligious paintingfigureangelscloudsarchitecturelandscapereligious

experienced study

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in figure drawing, drapery rendering, and creating atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in depicting complex compositions with multiple figures and elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 30 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch to establish the overall composition and placement of figures and architectural elements.
step 02
Block in the main shapes and values using thin washes of color, focusing on the light and shadow patterns.
step 03
Develop the figures, starting with the main figure of Saint Augustine, paying attention to anatomy and drapery folds.
step 04
Add details to the angels, clouds, and architectural elements, gradually building up layers of color and texture.
step 05
Refine the landscape in the background, using atmospheric perspective to create depth.
step 06
Work on the details of the clothing, staff, and other accessories, adding highlights and shadows to create form.
step 07
Glaze over areas to unify the colors and create a sense of atmosphere.
step 08
Add final highlights and details to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · titanium white · burnt umber · cadmium red · ultramarine blue

secondary · yellow ochre · ivory black · raw sienna

Achieve the skin tones by mixing titanium white, cadmium red, and a touch of burnt umber. Create the cloud colors by blending titanium white with ultramarine blue and burnt umber. The drapery is achieved through layering cadmium red and burnt umber, and highlighting with titanium white.

techniques