plate no. 1747

Wilhelm Leibl and Sperl on the hunt

oilRealismgenre paintingfigureslandscapemountainstreesdoghunting

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in atmospheric perspective and rendering realistic figures in a landscape setting. Students will also learn to create depth through layering and color variations.

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 of the figures and the horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with light blues and grays, creating a soft, atmospheric effect.
step 03
Establish the mountain range in the background using muted blues and purples.
step 04
Lay in the base colors for the field and trees, using browns, greens, and ochres.
step 05
Begin to define the figures with darker values, paying attention to the light and shadow.
step 06
Add details to the trees and foliage, using dry brush techniques to create texture.
step 07
Refine the figures and add details to their clothing and faces.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to create depth and dimension.

color palette

primary · burnt umber · titanium white · ultramarine blue

secondary · yellow ochre · raw sienna · ivory black

Mix muted blues and purples for the mountains by combining ultramarine blue with burnt umber and a touch of white. Achieve earthy browns by mixing burnt umber, yellow ochre, and a small amount of black.

techniques