plate no. 9533

Walking in the Hills

oilImpressionismgenre paintingfigureslandscapedresseshatshillsfield

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in impressionistic brushwork and capturing light and shadow on fabric. It also provides practice in depicting figures in a landscape setting.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement and proportions of the figures and the landscape.
step 02
Establish the background with broad strokes of color, blending the hills, sky, and water.
step 03
Block in the main shapes of the figures, paying attention to the folds and drapery of the dresses.
step 04
Begin adding details to the dresses, using short, broken brushstrokes to create the impression of light and texture.
step 05
Define the facial features and hats, using subtle color variations to create form.
step 06
Paint the foreground, using a variety of greens, yellows, and browns to depict the grassy field.
step 07
Add highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed to achieve a harmonious and impressionistic effect.

color palette

primary · titanium white · yellow ochre · ultramarine blue

secondary · alizarin crimson · viridian green · burnt sienna

Mix white with small amounts of other colors to create the light, airy tones of the dresses. Use a combination of blues and greens for the landscape, and add touches of red and yellow for warmth.

techniques