plate no. 2799

Yport, Normandy

oilImpressionismmarinaseacliffsrocksskyfigurescoastline

some experience helpful

This painting offers a good opportunity to practice soft blending techniques and capturing atmospheric perspective. Students can learn to simplify complex forms into basic shapes and use subtle color variations to create depth.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes of the cliffs, rocks, and horizon line.
step 02
Block in the sky with a light blue wash, gradually darkening towards the top.
step 03
Establish the basic tones of the sea, using darker blues in the foreground and lighter blues in the distance.
step 04
Paint the large cliff face with white, adding subtle shadows with light blues and grays.
step 05
Add the rocks in the foreground, paying attention to their shapes and shadows.
step 06
Introduce the distant cliffs, using a muted palette to suggest atmospheric perspective.
step 07
Add the figures on the rocks, keeping them small and simple.
step 08
Refine the details and adjust the values to create a sense of depth and atmosphere.

color palette

primary · ultramarine blue · titanium white · raw umber

secondary · yellow ochre · burnt sienna

Mix blues and whites for the sky and sea, adding small amounts of raw umber to create muted tones. Use yellow ochre and burnt sienna to warm up the whites for the cliffs and rocks.

techniques