plate no. 3499

Zicht Aan de Augustijnenbrug te Brugge

Constant Permeke, 1907

oilExpressionismcityscapebridgewaterbuildingscityscapetreescanal

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students develop skills in layering colors to create texture and capturing the subtle variations in light and shadow on stone surfaces. It also provides practice in depicting reflections in water and creating a sense of depth through atmospheric perspective.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic composition, focusing on the placement of the bridge, buildings, and water.
step 02
Block in the main areas of color, using thin washes to establish the overall tones.
step 03
Begin layering thicker paint to build up the texture of the stone and brick.
step 04
Pay attention to the light and shadow on the bridge and buildings, using highlights and darks to create form.
step 05
Add details to the water, capturing the reflections of the bridge and buildings.
step 06
Develop the background elements, such as the trees and sky, using softer brushstrokes.
step 07
Refine the details and adjust the colors as needed to create a cohesive and harmonious painting.
step 08
Add final highlights and shadows to enhance the sense of depth and realism.

color palette

primary · gray · ochre · umber · white

secondary · yellow · brown · green

Mix grays by combining umber and white, adjusting with ochre or yellow for warmth. Create the water reflections by mirroring the colors of the bridge and buildings, but in a slightly muted tone.

techniques