ShopDreamUp AI ArtDreamUp
Deviation Actions
I've been painting for a few years now, but I feel like I'm only beginning to grasp the importance of this concept. I'll quote Robert Henri (1865-1929) from his book, The Art Spirit, which is packed full of such profound wisdom.
Robert Henri stresses this point:
"Insist on the beauty of form and color to be obtained from the composition of the largest masses, the four or five large masses which cover your canvas. Let these above all things have fine shapes, have fine colors. Let them be as meaningful of your subject as they possibly can be. It is wonderful how much real finish can be obtained through them, how much of gesture and modeling can be obtained through their contours, what satisfactions can be obtained from the fine measures in area, color and value. Most students and most painters in fact rush over this; they are in a hurry to get on to other matters, minor matters."
"The beauty of the larger mass is primary to and essential to the lesser mass."
"Permit no hurrying on to the lesser masses before all has been done that is possible with the larger masses"
This is such a simple concept, and yet so difficult to fully adhere to. Especially when drawing from imagination, it is tempting to skip on to the lesser details of an image. Sometimes I have to backtrack from a more detailed rendering, and re-establish the underlying form. It is so crucial to the strength of the painting.
Imagination + Knowledge
Art by Walter Everett
"To have ideas one must have imagination.
To express ideas one must have knowledge."
-Robert Henri
Journey Through Europe: Recap
I have returned!
Some of you may recall my previous journal where I was searching for a travel buddy to tour Europe with. In doing so I made a great new friend, and can now report that the trip itself was incredible!
It was also pretty exhausting, because within just a month's time, I visited London, Paris, Switzerland, Venice, Florence, and Rome. We used the super speedy trains to zip from one place to another, which was a great way to see the changing landscape.
Some of the highlights of the journey for me were:
--Seeing a gallery show dedicated to a large collection of John Singer Sargent's best paintings in London.
(one
Interviewed
I discuss my approach to painting and illustration in an interview from my artist friend JakeMurray (https://www.deviantart.com/jakemurray).
Make sure to check out his awesome illustration work as well!
Link: http://www.murr-art.com/blog/2015/4/1/artist-interview-lane-brown
I'm open to more questions if anyone is curious about anything art related.
Schoolism Kickstarter
One of the best online art schools is getting even better. With the success of their new Kickstarter project, Schoolism will soon start a monthly subscription plan for somewhere between $20-10, depending on how much is raised. (This is a great deal when you consider that their courses usually start at $400-500 each!)
I've really enjoyed and have gained a lot Nathan Fowkes's courses, and looking forward to more. If you're serious about becoming a professional artist, I highly recommend you take advantage of Schoolism and other online resources, like New Masters Academy, that are now available. Unlike in years past, the
© 2013 - 2024 Wildweasel339
Comments43
Join the community to add your comment. Already a deviant? Log In
Sorry, I don't quite get it. Some explain in layman terms?