The Three Most Important Elements in Composition are shape, value, and edge. As artists it is important to realize that “seeing” is the process of recognizing shapes, values, and edges. When we look out the kitchen window and see the Weeping Willow tree in the backyard, we are seeing objects in space that have… Continue reading The Three Most Important Elements in Composition
Category: The Basics
Let there be light
About ten years ago, I began my journey to see if I could unearth the secrets to effective landscape painting. I started by taking a few workshop courses in my home town. Drawing and Painting and monday night charcoal drawing. This was marginally satisfying. But it was mostly about the procter and less about the… Continue reading Let there be light
