plate no. 6707

Vådö

Sallinen Tyko, 1917

oilExpressionismlandscapelandscapebuildingstreeswaterskyhills

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors and creating depth through atmospheric perspective. It also provides practice in simplifying complex forms into basic shapes and applying expressive brushstrokes.

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 landscape, including the hills, buildings, and water.
step 02
Block in the sky with light grays and whites, suggesting the clouds.
step 03
Establish the dark masses of the trees and foliage using dark greens and blacks.
step 04
Paint the buildings with their respective colors (red, white) and indicate shadows.
step 05
Add the water using blues, whites, and browns, suggesting movement with directional brushstrokes.
step 06
Develop the details of the trees and foliage, varying the colors and textures.
step 07
Refine the highlights and shadows on the buildings and landscape.
step 08
Add final details and adjust the overall composition as needed.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · burnt sienna · black

secondary · yellow ochre · raw umber · sap green · gray

Mix various shades of gray by combining white, black, and small amounts of blue or brown. Achieve the greens by mixing blue and yellow, and adjust the tone with brown or black.

techniques