plate no. 9448

View of the resort 'Red Dawns'

Ilya Mashkov, 1920

oil, canvasImpressionismlandscapemountainbuildingtreeslandscapeskyvegetation

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create depth and texture, as well as simplifying complex forms into basic shapes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountain, building, and foreground foliage.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue, gradually darkening towards the top.
step 03
Establish the mountain's main color, mixing browns and pinks, and add shadows.
step 04
Paint the building with white, adding subtle shadows to define its form.
step 05
Begin layering greens and yellows for the trees, using varied brushstrokes.
step 06
Add details to the foreground foliage, focusing on light and shadow.
step 07
Refine the details of the building, such as windows and architectural features.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.

color palette

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

secondary · cadmium yellow · alizarin crimson · viridian green

Mix various greens by combining blue, yellow, and a touch of brown. Achieve the mountain's color by blending browns, pinks, and white. Use white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques

·layering
·dry brushing
·broken color
·scumbling
·atmospheric perspective

common pitfalls

→Overworking the details in the foliage, resulting in a flat appearance.
→Failing to establish a clear light source, leading to inconsistent shadows.
→Using too much pure white on the building, making it appear stark and unnatural.
→Not varying the brushstrokes enough, resulting in a monotonous texture.