plate no. 9175

View of the two Churches the one called the Madonna of Loreto, the other the name of Mary at the Trajan column

oilNeoclassicismcityscapearchitecturecolumnbuildingcityscapeskyfigures

experienced study

Recreating this image will develop skills in linear perspective, cross-hatching, and creating depth through value variations. It will also help in understanding architectural details and rendering complex forms.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 20 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Begin with a light sketch of the overall composition, focusing on the placement of the column, building, and horizon line.
step 02
Establish the main lines of perspective, ensuring the buildings recede correctly into the distance.
step 03
Start adding details to the column, paying attention to the spiral relief and its variations in light and shadow.
step 04
Develop the architecture of the building, including windows, statues, and decorative elements.
step 05
Use cross-hatching to create tonal variations and define the forms of the buildings and column.
step 06
Add details to the foreground, including figures and vegetation, to create depth and scale.
step 07
Refine the sky with subtle hatching to suggest clouds and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details and adjust values to create a cohesive and detailed image.