plate no. 6613

Vell Amb Les Seves Glòries

oilRealismportraitportraitfiguremanpipetablecup

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in portraiture, particularly capturing likeness and rendering realistic skin tones and textures. It also provides practice in creating depth and atmosphere through subtle value and color variations.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on proportions and placement of the figure and table.
step 02
Establish the background with broad, loose strokes of dark browns and ochres.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figure, including the head, beard, torso, and limbs.
step 04
Begin refining the facial features, paying close attention to the light and shadow on the face.
step 05
Develop the details of the beard, using short, broken strokes to create texture and volume.
step 06
Paint the clothing and hands, focusing on the folds and wrinkles in the fabric and skin.
step 07
Add the table and objects, such as the pipe and cup, using similar techniques to create depth and realism.
step 08
Refine the overall painting, adjusting values and colors as needed to create a cohesive and atmospheric effect.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · raw sienna · titanium white · ivory black

secondary · ultramarine blue · viridian green · cadmium red light

Mix various shades of brown and ochre by combining burnt umber, raw sienna, and titanium white. Use ultramarine blue and burnt umber to create darker shadows. Mix small amounts of cadmium red into skin tones for warmth.

techniques