plate no. 5264

Wind Street

oilPost-Impressionismcityscapebuildingsstreetskyarchitecturewindowtree

suitable for beginners

This painting is a good exercise in understanding atmospheric perspective and simplifying complex forms into basic shapes. Students will learn to create depth using subtle color variations and value changes.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and composition, focusing on the perspective of the buildings and the opening to the sky.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color: the sky, the buildings, and the road.
step 03
Mix a range of light blue-grey tones for the buildings, varying the intensity to create depth.
step 04
Add the details of the windows, doors, and other architectural elements using thin lines and subtle shadows.
step 05
Paint the distant building and trees with muted colors to suggest distance.
step 06
Add the dark accent of the bird shape in the sky.
step 07
Refine the edges and add highlights to create a sense of light and atmosphere.
step 08
Add the artist's signature.

color palette

primary · titanium white · cerulean blue · payne's grey

secondary · burnt sienna · sap green

Mix white with small amounts of blue and grey to create the various shades of the buildings. Use burnt sienna and sap green sparingly for the distant building and trees.

techniques