Wednesday 06/21 Design Example
ART NOUVEAU
This work relates to the theme of art nouveau, firstly by its easily recognizable color palette. Many artists of the time in this art movement stuck to this same color palette. There is also heavy attention to nature, which is seen here through the calm water and varying plant life. The lineart is also all natural with flowing curves and a lack of sharp geometric lines. Another detail that stood out to me is its apparent asymmetrical design. Artists during the art nouveau movement were known to break the symmetrical grid and start working on an asymmetrical composition. This work is different than the others as there is more attention to the subject's whole body as well as clothing. It is easy to notice how the folds and drapery of the fabric are meticulously designed. The figure also appears to be in a contrapposto stance, with careful bends to the knees and elbows. This work stood out to me as the figure seems to be illustrated in almost a goddess-like form. I appreciated how the curves of the body are carefully detailed. Another detail of the composition that stood out to me is how the plants in the foreground of the image seem to overlap the rest of the image. This two-dimensional piece seems to be able to create a new sense of depth that hasn't been seen in many pieces now.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_nouveau
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