plate no. 9019

Two parrot tulips, two white roses and a pink rose in a glass vase on a wooden ledge

oilBaroqueflower paintingflowerstulipsrosesvasestill lifeglass

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering realistic textures, particularly the delicate petals of the flowers and the transparency of the glass vase. Students will also learn to create depth and form using subtle value changes and color variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 15 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the flowers, vase, and background, focusing on proportions and composition.
step 02
Establish the dark background using a thin wash of black or dark brown.
step 03
Block in the main colors of the flowers, starting with the darkest values and gradually adding highlights.
step 04
Begin refining the shapes and details of the flowers, paying close attention to the subtle variations in color and value.
step 05
Paint the glass vase, focusing on capturing the reflections and refractions of light.
step 06
Add details to the leaves and stems, using a variety of greens and browns.
step 07
Refine the highlights and shadows throughout the painting to create a sense of depth and dimension.
step 08
Add final details and adjust colors as needed to achieve a cohesive and realistic effect.

color palette

primary · titanium white · cadmium red · ultramarine blue · yellow ochre

secondary · alizarin crimson · burnt umber · sap green

Achieve the pinks by mixing white with alizarin crimson and a touch of red. Create the greens by mixing blue and yellow ochre, adjusting the ratio for different shades. Use burnt umber to darken colors and create shadows.

techniques