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Undercliff by Lynd Ward

plate no. 0186

Undercliff

Lynd Ward, 1948

oilExpressionismcityscapebuildingstreeschurchvillagefigureslandscape
experienced study

Recreating this image will help students understand the use of hatching and cross-hatching to create value and texture. It will also develop skills in composition and perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity
1
brushwork visibility
5
value contrast
5
compositional simplicity
2

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

  1. step 01

    Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the placement of the buildings, trees, and horizon line.

  2. step 02

    Define the major shapes of the tree trunks and branches in the foreground.

  3. step 03

    Begin adding details to the buildings, including windows, roofs, and architectural features.

  4. step 04

    Use hatching and cross-hatching to create the different values and textures on the buildings and trees.

  5. step 05

    Pay close attention to the direction of the light source and how it affects the shadows.

  6. step 06

    Add details to the figures and other elements in the scene.

  7. step 07

    Refine the details and values, making sure to create a strong sense of contrast.

  8. step 08

    Add final touches and adjustments to complete the image.

color palette

primary · black · white

secondary ·

This image is monochromatic, so no color mixing is required.

techniques

  • ·hatching
  • ·cross-hatching
  • ·value contrast
  • ·perspective
  • ·line work

common pitfalls

  • →Failing to establish a strong value contrast.
  • →Creating muddy or undefined details.
  • →Inconsistent hatching and cross-hatching.
  • →Incorrect perspective.

materials

surface · smooth drawing paper

required

  • ·Graphite pencils (HB, 2B, 4B)
  • ·Eraser
  • ·Drawing paper
  • ·Ruler
  • ·Sharpener
  • ·Fine liner pens (various sizes)

optional

  • ·Tracing paper
  • ·Blending stump

Use a variety of pencil grades to achieve different values. Experiment with different hatching and cross-hatching techniques.

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