Abstract Art Symbols: What Do You See?
Behind the scenes in my class on Skillshare , my workshop students are discussing symbols in abstract art. I wanted to share with you a glimpse into these discussions. (To see each student's project in detail, check out our Project Gallery .) AMOEBAS Udeshi identified with the biological shapes in Kandinsky's Capricious Forms from 1937, seen below. The amoeba-like subject matter dovetails with Udeshi's desire to communicate relaxing and organic themes. To achieve the proper mood while painting, Udeshi listens to Erik Satie's Gymnopedie no. 1 . ----------------------------------- CREATURES Rebecca viewed the same reference work as a springboard for her "little blob creatures" in her sketchbook. Her painting (beside the sketchbook, pictured below) reflects the playful movement that Kandinsky captured in his work. ----------------------------------------------------------- JAPANESE TRADITIONAL CULTURE Students on Skillsh...
The art-o-mat is such a brilliant idea! Super fun, Nicole! Wishing you continued success (and many thanks for your kind comment on my blog!)!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Nina. Art-o-mat has been a fun experience and has challenged me to learn a lot more about the lives of some favorite artists. Love your blog!
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