plate no. 5461

Umbrellas

Raoul Dufy, 1906

oilPost-Impressionismgenre paintingumbrellasfiguresbuildingslandscapeskypark

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create depth and atmosphere. It also provides practice in capturing movement and gesture with loose brushstrokes.

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 lightly, focusing on the placement of the buildings, figures, and umbrellas.
step 02
Block in the large areas of color, starting with the sky and ground.
step 03
Add the colors for the buildings and landscape, using simplified shapes and bold brushstrokes.
step 04
Paint the figures and umbrellas, paying attention to their relative sizes and positions.
step 05
Add details such as the flags and architectural elements.
step 06
Refine the colors and values, adjusting the overall balance of the painting.
step 07
Add final touches and highlights to create depth and interest.
step 08
Step back and review the painting, making any necessary adjustments.

color palette

primary · cerulean blue · cadmium red · yellow ochre

secondary · viridian green · purple · white

Mix greens by combining blue and yellow, and purples by combining red and blue. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights. Achieve the various shades of green by mixing yellow ochre with viridian green.

techniques