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Title:
Composition
A series of exercises in art structure for the use of students and teachers
Note: Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "Composition" by Arthur W. Dow is a comprehensive guide on artistic structure and design, written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a resource for students and educators in the fine arts, focusing on the principles of composition through exercises aimed at developing appreciation and control over artistic elements such as line, mass, and color. With insights derived from Dow's extensive teaching and experience in painting, it encourages a shift from traditional imitative approaches toward a more structured and intuitive understanding of art. At the start of "Composition," the author outlines his intentions for offering a fresh perspective on art education, emphasizing the development of creative power through an organized set of exercises. He introduces the concept of composition as a method of uniting elements harmoniously, opposing conventional training that prioritizes imitation of nature over understanding fundamental structures. Dow expresses the importance of appreciating the aesthetic value of diverse art forms, including landscapes and decorative designs, highlighting the significant educational goals behind his teaching approach. The initial chapters establish a foundation for exploring the three critical elements of art—line, notan (dark-and-light), and color—as crucial components in creating artistic compositions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dow, Arthur W. (Arthur Wesley), 1857-1922
EBook No.: 45410
Published: Apr 15, 2014
Downloads: 419
Language: English
Subject: Composition (Art)
Subject: Art -- Study and teaching
LoCC: Fine Arts
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Composition
A series of exercises in art structure for the use of students and teachers
Note: Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "Composition" by Arthur W. Dow is a comprehensive guide on artistic structure and design, written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a resource for students and educators in the fine arts, focusing on the principles of composition through exercises aimed at developing appreciation and control over artistic elements such as line, mass, and color. With insights derived from Dow's extensive teaching and experience in painting, it encourages a shift from traditional imitative approaches toward a more structured and intuitive understanding of art. At the start of "Composition," the author outlines his intentions for offering a fresh perspective on art education, emphasizing the development of creative power through an organized set of exercises. He introduces the concept of composition as a method of uniting elements harmoniously, opposing conventional training that prioritizes imitation of nature over understanding fundamental structures. Dow expresses the importance of appreciating the aesthetic value of diverse art forms, including landscapes and decorative designs, highlighting the significant educational goals behind his teaching approach. The initial chapters establish a foundation for exploring the three critical elements of art—line, notan (dark-and-light), and color—as crucial components in creating artistic compositions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Dow, Arthur W. (Arthur Wesley), 1857-1922
EBook No.: 45410
Published: Apr 15, 2014
Downloads: 419
Language: English
Subject: Composition (Art)
Subject: Art -- Study and teaching
LoCC: Fine Arts
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.