plate no. 6412

Woman Standing by Lacquer Tray with Sake

oilUkiyo-egenre paintingfigurekimonoturtlesakestill lifetext

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Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in flat color application, pattern replication, and understanding of traditional Japanese art composition. It also provides practice in rendering figures and still life elements.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Lightly sketch the main shapes and composition, including the figure, turtle circle, table, and text panel.
step 02
Block in the large areas of flat color: background, kimono base colors, and the red panel.
step 03
Add the patterns on the kimono, paying attention to the repetition and placement of the motifs.
step 04
Define the details of the figure's face, hair, and hands with careful line work and shading.
step 05
Paint the turtle within the circle, using a combination of yellows, browns, and blues.
step 06
Add the details of the sake set on the table, including the bowls and bottles.
step 07
Carefully render the text on the right panel, using a fine brush or pen.
step 08
Refine all the edges and details to match the original painting.

color palette

primary · indigo · red · green · cream

secondary · yellow · black · gray · blue

Mix indigo by combining blue and a touch of black or purple. Achieve the various greens by mixing blue and yellow, adjusting the ratio for different shades. Use white to lighten the cream color.

techniques