plate no. 8197

Tuileries Garden

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapecityscapeparkfigurestreesarchitecturesky

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and capturing the essence of a scene with loose, impressionistic brushstrokes. It will also improve their ability to simplify complex scenes into manageable shapes and color blocks.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the main elements like the arch, trees, and figures.
step 02
Block in the large shapes of color, starting with the sky and ground, then the trees and buildings.
step 03
Establish the value structure, paying attention to the light and shadow patterns on the ground and architecture.
step 04
Add details to the trees, using broken color and varied brushstrokes to create texture.
step 05
Paint the figures, simplifying their forms and focusing on their gestures and interactions.
step 06
Refine the details of the architecture, such as the arch and statues, using a smaller brush.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Review the painting and make any necessary adjustments to the composition, color, or value.

color palette

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

secondary · cadmium red · sap green · raw umber

Mix various shades of gray and pink for the sky and ground by combining white, blue, and a touch of red or brown. Achieve the warm tones of the trees by blending yellow ochre, burnt sienna, and cadmium red.

techniques