Composition

spaced out, overlapped, and made smaller or larger depending on their location on the canvas. The visual elements of Paolo’s work are clearly seen; however, it might take a more careful eye to uncover the principles of design displayed in this composition. There is a clear sense of unity along with the element of variety seen in the depiction of shepherds and others crowding around the newborn Savior. While one would assume the…

In Composition II it was both difficult to pick a topic and to continue to only write about that topic. I new that the topic I picked would be the only thing that I would be able to talk about, so I gave the topic a lot of consideration. I took into consideration how much research I would be able to find on it and if it was relevant to today’s issues. I also thought about if there were counter arguments, because I knew that I would have to come up with different arguments other than my main…

At the beginning of Composition, I stated that I wanted to learn how to write a good paper for college and areas past it. I think that I have come a long way since writing that down. After writing six papers, I feel like I have become a stronger writer. I have received so much knowledge on points that I did not even think about in a paper before. I know that these skills will help me for the rest of my life. I think about a lot of different points when I write anything now, such as what words I…

After Rustin completed his creation of Playing fetch with Nash, I looked at this artwork objectively and noticed many different details he included in his artwork. At first glance, a viewer can see that it was created using markers with the use of primary, secondary, and neutral colors. I also see that Rustin drew a person to represent himself, he gave himself two arms and two legs and glasses. There is also a dog, however if he would have not told me what animal it was, it could possibly be…

The Gates incorporated the element of line. In this particular piece the lines are implied in nature. The saffron color of the fabric and poles did not connect creating a solid line. Instead of being solid the length of the repeated pattern could be visually grouped together to create one, implied line. The overall horizontal nature of the line of the work implies rest. The horizontal line does not give a feeling of motion. When viewed from the profile, the diagonal lines created in the fabric…

The Mechanical Table by Martin Carlin is available on view in The Frick Collection. Constructed in 1780, this table represents the height of neoclassical style furniture in France in the early 1780’s. Furniture during this period became more rectilinear and were decorated primarily with symmetrical motifs and geometric patterns. The Mechanical Table by Martin Carlin is a rectangular table with porcelain plaque inset in the top and decorated in gilt embellishments. The floral patterns in the…

The technique used in representing three-dimensional images onto a two-dimensional picture plane is what is known as Perspective drawing. More specifically, Linear Perspective is described as ‘a type of perspective used by artists in which the relative size, shape, and position of objects are determined by drawn or imagined lines converging at a point on the horizon.’ Certainly one of perspectives’ main uses in painting is in establishing the position from which the artist or spectator observes…

Have you ever stood at the beginning of a very long room or hallway? If you have, then you probably noticed that everything gradually gets smaller in the distance. This is called linear perspective and it is defined by creating an illusion of depth on a flat surface through a series of lines that converge in a single vanishing point. Many architects use linear perspective in there work to this day, but Filippo Brunelleschi was the one who started it long ago in the design and construction of…

Chapter 8 is all about the principles of design and how it is used in art. One piece caught my attention more than all the others, Diego Velazquez’ painting The Maids Of Honor (1656). This particular painting stood out to me because of the way the Infantas white dress grabs the eye away from everything else in the image. Not only does the light illuminate the child it pulls attention to her gaze, and how she is looking out at something not seen in the painting. Now that the artist has you…

first semester of college here at Butler. From the very beginning, I knew taking English Composition 101 would be a challenge, but one I was ready to face. I never really paid attention to the simple things until I saw the importance each part of an essay plays. By taking this class, I have obtained the knowledge and tools needed to better my writing for the future. Throughout the course of English Composition 101 my, time management, understanding of brainstorming, and ability to remove “fluff”…