plate no. 9470
Young Woman in Summer Kimono
Goyo Hashiguchi, 1920
some experience helpful
Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in rendering flat planes of color, pattern replication, and figure drawing with attention to traditional Japanese aesthetics. It also provides practice in creating a sense of depth through subtle value changes and overlapping shapes.
technical profile
palette complexity
3
brushwork visibility
1
value contrast
3
compositional simplicity
3
study guide
est. 15 hrsapproach — 8 steps
- step 01
Create a light sketch outlining the figure's pose, kimono, and background elements.
- step 02
Block in the large areas of color: the skin, kimono, background wall, and floor.
- step 03
Add the patterns on the kimono and background, paying attention to their placement and scale.
- step 04
Refine the facial features and hair, focusing on subtle details.
- step 05
Add the details of the lantern and any other small elements.
- step 06
Adjust the values and colors to create a sense of depth and harmony.
- step 07
Add the signature.
- step 08
Apply a final varnish (optional).
color palette
primary · ivory · black · pink · yellow
secondary · purple · red · blue · green
Mix ivory with small amounts of yellow ochre and burnt sienna for the skin tones. Achieve the purple background by mixing red and blue with white. Create the floral patterns by mixing primary colors with white for lighter tints.
techniques
- ·flat color application
- ·pattern replication
- ·contour drawing
- ·color mixing
- ·glazing
common pitfalls
- →Overworking the details and losing the simplicity of the original.
- →Incorrectly scaling the patterns on the kimono.
- →Failing to capture the subtle nuances of the facial expression.
- →Using colors that are too saturated or intense.
materials
surface · stretched canvas
required
- ·stretched canvas
- ·acrylic paints or oil paints
- ·round brushes (various sizes)
- ·flat brushes (various sizes)
- ·palette
- ·palette knife
- ·linseed oil (if using oil paints)
- ·pencil
optional
- ·medium gloss
- ·retarder medium
Use a smooth canvas to achieve the flat, even color application. Consider using acrylics for faster drying time, especially for beginners.
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