STAGES OF CREATING A COMPLEX STILL LIFE COMPOSITION IN PAINTING

Abstract

This article provides a step-by-step explanation of the process of creating a complex still life composition in painting. It analyzes every stage, from selecting the components of the still life and arranging them compositionally, to creating a pencil sketch, building volume through light and shadow, enriching textures, and applying final touches. Using a thematic still life featuring pomegranates and grapes, the article thoroughly describes compositional structure, methods of achieving realistic representation, spatial relationships among objects, and artistic solutions. The article serves as a practical methodological guide for art teachers, students, painters, and artists engaged in painting.