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Week 1: History of Still-life Painting and Rules of Pictorial Composition with Tina Orsolic Dalessio

Week 1: History of Still-life Painting and Rules of Pictorial Composition
Study the Basics of Still-life Painting Explore the hidden messages and symbolism of still-life objects, and the rules of pictorial composition

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Instructor
Tina Orsolic Dalessio
Subjects
Painting
Topics
Composition, Still life
Mediums
Digital Tablet
Duration
1h 14m 0s

In week one, instructor Tina Orsolic Dalessio will take you through the history of the still-life painting genre. You will explore the hidden messages and symbolism behind still-life objects. Then, Tina will teach you the rules of pictorial composition. You will learn several standard composition designs such as triangle, L shape, steelyard, etc.

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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