plate no. 9013

Untitled

Joan Miro, 1918

oilCubismcityscapebuildingscityscapeskycloudsarchitecturestreet

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and use color to define form and create atmosphere. It also provides practice in applying visible brushstrokes to build texture and visual interest.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, street, and sky, focusing on overall composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, buildings, and street with diluted paint.
step 03
Begin layering colors within each section, using short, visible brushstrokes to build texture and form.
step 04
Pay attention to the color variations within the shadows and highlights of the buildings.
step 05
Add details to the architectural elements, such as windows, arches, and the church tower.
step 06
Refine the shapes and colors of the clouds, using a mix of blues, grays, and whites.
step 07
Add final touches and details to the street and foreground elements, such as the boats.
step 08
Step back and adjust colors and values as needed to achieve a cohesive and expressive result.

color palette

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

secondary · violet · sap green · cadmium yellow

Mix blues and whites for the sky, adding touches of violet and grey. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna mixed with white for the buildings, adding touches of blue and green to create shadows. Mix greens and yellows for the foliage.

techniques