plate no. 9436
Untitled
Sergey Ryabchenko, 1961
some experience helpful
Recreating this linocut-style painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using bold, contrasting values to create depth and interest. It also encourages careful observation of light and shadow.
technical profile
palette complexity
1
brushwork visibility
5
value contrast
5
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 8 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of major elements like buildings, vehicles, and figures.
- step 02
Identify the areas of darkest value and block them in with a dark color (e.g., black or dark brown).
- step 03
Define the shapes of the figures and vehicles, using the dark color to create their outlines and internal details.
- step 04
Add details to the buildings and trees, using varying thicknesses of lines to suggest texture and depth.
- step 05
Paint the power lines using thin, precise lines.
- step 06
Refine the shapes and values, adding highlights to the figures and vehicles to create contrast.
- step 07
Add final details, such as the small figures in the background and the texture of the ground.
- step 08
Step back and assess the overall balance and contrast of the painting, making any necessary adjustments.
color palette
primary · black · tan
secondary ·
No color mixing is required, as the painting uses only black and tan. Focus on achieving a consistent, even tone for each color.
techniques
- ·blocking
- ·line work
- ·value contrast
- ·negative space
- ·simplification
common pitfalls
- →Overcomplicating the details, losing the simplified linocut effect.
- →Not achieving enough contrast between the dark and light areas.
- →Making the lines too uniform, resulting in a flat, uninteresting image.
- →Inaccurate proportions in the initial sketch.
materials
surface · Stretched canvas or heavy paper
required
- ·Canvas or heavy paper
- ·Acrylic or oil paint (black)
- ·Acrylic or oil paint (tan)
- ·Round brush (various sizes)
- ·Flat brush
- ·Palette
- ·Water or solvent (depending on paint type)
optional
- ·Palette knife
- ·Ruler
Use a matte finish paint to mimic the look of linocut.
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