plate no. 0345

Winterlandschaft

Cuno Amiet, 1928

oilExpressionismlandscapelandscapemountainsskyhillstreessunset

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in expressive brushwork and color mixing to create atmospheric perspective. Students will also learn to simplify complex landscapes into basic shapes and forms.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 7 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the mountains, hills, and sky using light pencil lines.
step 02
Block in the sky with broad strokes of yellow and orange, blending slightly.
step 03
Paint the distant mountains with shades of blue and violet, using visible brushstrokes.
step 04
Add the mid-ground hills with a mix of red and brown, varying the tones for depth.
step 05
Define the foreground hills with darker shades of red and brown, adding texture with short, broken strokes.
step 06
Add small details like trees and buildings with dark colors.
step 07
Refine the colors and values, paying attention to the overall harmony of the painting.

color palette

primary · yellow · red · blue · white

secondary · orange · violet · brown · green

Mix orange from yellow and red, violet from blue and red, and various shades of brown by combining red, yellow, and blue. Use white to lighten colors and create atmospheric perspective.

techniques