plate no. 9190
White porcelain
suitable for beginners
This painting helps students practice simplifying complex forms into basic shapes and using a limited color palette to create a cohesive composition. Students will also learn about creating visual texture with simple brushstrokes.
technical profile
palette complexity
2
brushwork visibility
2
value contrast
4
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 6 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Lightly sketch the basic shapes and composition: the background rectangles, the table, and the placement of the objects.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color: the brown background, the black middle ground, and the gray foreground.
- step 03
Add the vertical and horizontal lines that create the grid structure.
- step 04
Carefully paint the white porcelain objects, paying attention to their shapes and proportions.
- step 05
Add subtle texture to the background and foreground using dry brush techniques.
- step 06
Refine the edges and details of the objects and lines.
- step 07
Add the signature and any other small details.
- step 08
Allow to dry completely.
color palette
primary · black · white · brown
secondary · gray
Mix the gray by adding a small amount of black to white. The brown can be lightened with white to create subtle variations.
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·dry brushing
- ·negative space painting
- ·geometric abstraction
common pitfalls
- →uneven color application
- →overly detailed rendering of the objects
- →inaccurate proportions
- →muddy colors
materials
surface · canvas or wood panel
required
- ·acrylic paints (black, white, brown, gray)
- ·canvas or wood panel
- ·assorted paintbrushes (flat and round)
- ·palette
- ·water
- ·pencil
- ·eraser
optional
- ·palette knife
- ·ruler
- ·masking tape
A smooth surface will make it easier to achieve the flat color areas. Consider using a gessoed surface for better paint adhesion.
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