Kandinsky Art

Assignment:

In this project, you will create an abstract artwork inspired by Wassily Kandinsky. You will design your composition using specific shapes and a limited color palette.

✅ Requirements:

Your artwork must include all of the following elements:

• 3 colors only (you choose which 3 colors)

• 6 circles (different sizes)

• 2 warped or organic shapes

• 2 triangles

• 10 lines (any length or thickness)

• 4 squares or rectangles

Rules:

• Shapes can overlap or extend off the edges of your design.

• You may rotate and resize shapes as you wish.

• You may use digital tools (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) or create by hand with colored paper and markers.

• Your composition should be balanced and creative.

✏️ Process:

• Research & Inspiration:

  1. Look at examples of Kandinsky’s artwork.

  2. Notice how he uses color, line, and shape to create movement and interest.

• Sketch Your Design:

  1. Plan your composition on paper or digitally.

  2. Make sure you include all required shapes and colors.

  3. Get your sketch approved before starting your final piece.

• Create Your Final Artwork:

  1. Digital: Use Adobe Illustrator

  2. Size your document to 8.5”.x11”.

  3. CMYK color

  4. Keep your work organized and intentional.
     
     

• Write a Short Reflection:

  1. Add your work to your portfolio website

  2. In 3–4 sentences, explain:

     1. Why you chose your colors

     2. How you arranged your shapes

     3. How Kandinsky inspired your design

• You must use all the elements.

• Shapes can overlap, rotate, or be partially off the canvas.

• Colors may be applied to any shapes, but you are limited to 3 colors total.

• Composition should feel balanced and intentional.

Be sure you have included all of the following requirements on your project.  You can have more if you would like.

• 3 Colors 

• 6 Circles different sizes

• 2 Warped Shapes

• 2 Triangles

• 10 Lines

• 4 Square/Rectangle