Composition is the arrangement of objects or visual elements in an image using the elements of art. We use many different techniques also called structures in art to accomplish this. Some of the techniques/structures we use are:
Rule of Thirds
Golden Ratio
Leading lines/Diagonals
Framing
S-curves
Dynamic composition-Using geometry
Contrast/ Detail
Symmetrical and asymmetrical
Triangular or Pyramid
Balance
Resources:
Composition via Wikipedia
Will Kemp good composition
Intro Drawing and Painting classes see links below:
We will be using this power point in the painting and drawing classes:
A great power point by Marsha Devine about composition
Advanced painting and drawing classes see links below:
Composition Powerpoint for classroom instruction
Below you will find a video we will be watching in class about how to create strong composition. Here is a link to the worksheet we will be using to keep notes from the video. A word document file is available below if you would like to follow along and type the answers from a computer.
Learning Targets:
Students will-
Integrate knowledge of the principles and elements of design
Demonstrate understanding of the elements and principles of design, appropriately employing these elements and principles into their art work
Do independent research on various techniques and styles