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Geometry and Structure in Composition with Glenn Vilppu

Geometry and Structure in Composition
Master the Art of Composition Learn how to use geometric design to strengthen your compositions

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Instructor
Glenn Vilppu
Subjects
Art Theory
Topics
Composition
Mediums
Digital Tablet, Pencil
Duration
43m 39s

In this lesson, instructor Glenn Vilppu teaches you how to use geometry to organize and arrange your composition. You will learn a powerful and organic approach to structuring artworks, that does not confine to rigid rules but instead lends it to a sense of order and grace.

This lesson belongs to the course Elements of Traditional Composition. In this 10-week course, master artist Glenn Vilppu will teach you the fundamental elements of composition used in pictorial art. You will study the important aspects of composition like movement, force, opposites, geometry, and many more. Glenn will show you how the Old Masters utilize these compositional concepts in their creations. Afterward, you will watch Glenn’s demonstration on how to apply those elements to your artwork using a traditional step-to-step approach. After completing this course, you will gain a deep understanding of composition and be able to transform your artistic ideas into visually effective outcomes.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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