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What is LAYERING?
Building up an artwork by adding multiple layers of materials such as paint, paper, or digital elements, on top of each other.
Creates:
Depth
Texture
Complexity
Visual interest/richness
Examples of LAYERING in Art
Helter Skelter l, 2007, Mark Bradford
Use of torn layers of billboard paper and mixed media
Stadia ll, 2004, Julie Mehretu
Complex layers of architectural plans, maps, and dynamic gestures
Maps Series, Paula Scher
Layered geographic names and map structures in thick typographic designs
Sydney Opera House, Australia
Layering of forms
Fashion Pieces by Iris Van Herpen
Layering of fabrics and textures
Paintings by Om Mee Ai
Layered grids
How to LAYER?
Physically layer materials (e.g. paint over collage, transparency film, mixed media).
Digitally layer images or textures using software.
Layer symbolic or conceptual meanings (e.g. combine personal imagery with historical references).
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