plate no. 3732

Vanha Cagnes

Sallinen Tyko, 1921

oilExpressionismlandscapebuildingshillsskytreeslandscapevillage

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in applying expressive brushstrokes and understanding how to simplify complex scenes into basic shapes and colors. It also encourages exploration of color mixing to achieve muted and harmonious tones.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, hills, and sky, focusing on the overall composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas for the sky, hills, and buildings using diluted washes.
step 03
Start building up layers of color, focusing on the shadows and highlights on the buildings.
step 04
Use short, directional brushstrokes to define the forms of the trees and foliage.
step 05
Mix subtle variations of color to create depth and interest in the hills and sky.
step 06
Add details to the buildings, such as windows and roof tiles, using a smaller brush.
step 07
Refine the edges and shapes of the objects, paying attention to the overall balance of the painting.
step 08
Add final touches and highlights to create a sense of light and atmosphere.

color palette

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

secondary · cadmium red · viridian green · payne's gray

Mix muted greens by combining yellow ochre, ultramarine blue, and a touch of burnt umber. Achieve the sky colors by mixing titanium white with varying amounts of ultramarine blue and a hint of cadmium red. Use burnt umber and ultramarine blue to create dark shadows.

techniques