plate no. 5756

Woman With a Hand Towel

Goyo Hashiguchi, 1920

oilShin-hangaportraitportraitwomankimonohairhand towelfloral pattern

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in color layering, precise line work, and rendering smooth skin tones. It also encourages careful observation of patterns and textures.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 12 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic outline of the woman's figure, focusing on proportions and pose.
step 02
Block in the background with a light, even tone.
step 03
Layer in the skin tones, starting with a light base and gradually adding shadows and highlights.
step 04
Paint the hair in solid black, paying attention to the shape and volume.
step 05
Carefully render the kimono, focusing on the folds and patterns.
step 06
Add the details of the hand towel, including the floral and geometric designs.
step 07
Refine the facial features, including the eyes, nose, and mouth.
step 08
Add final details and highlights to complete the painting.

color palette

primary · ivory · black · red · burgundy

secondary · blue · gold

Mix skin tones by blending ivory with small amounts of red, yellow, and brown. Achieve the burgundy color by mixing red with a touch of black and blue.

techniques