plate no. 5069

Village street

oilExpressionismcityscapevillagestreetbuildingstreeshousesfigure

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in simplifying complex scenes into basic shapes and using color to create mood and atmosphere. It also encourages experimentation with expressive brushstrokes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 6 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes of the buildings, street, and trees, focusing on the overall composition.
step 02
Block in the main color areas with thin washes, starting with the sky and ground.
step 03
Add the darker values to define the shapes of the buildings and trees.
step 04
Introduce the brighter colors for the roofs and highlights on the street.
step 05
Define the details of the buildings, such as windows and doors, using thicker paint.
step 06
Add the figure in the foreground with simplified shapes and colors.
step 07
Refine the brushstrokes and color relationships to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to enhance the overall effect.

color palette

primary · yellow ochre · cadmium red · Prussian blue

secondary · sap green · burnt umber · titanium white

Mix yellow ochre and cadmium red to achieve the warm tones of the street and roofs. Use Prussian blue and sap green for the cooler tones of the buildings and trees. Add white to lighten colors and create highlights.

techniques