BobBlast 339 - "Why Graphic Design is Important"

BobBlast #339
Why Graphic Design is Important

Welcome Back to Another BobBlast!

This last BobBlast of 2020 touches on a very basic Art Subject - Graphic Design. Graphic Design and your painting. It is such a fundamental concept and every freshman in art school is required to study Color and Design first - BEFORE starting painting lessons.

Basically, graphic design is how shapes relate to each other; how the positioning of shapes affect the overall mood of the painting; and how "busy areas" and "quiet areas" are considered in making a painting.

I work with twelve popular compositions. But, no matter your style, technique or skill, the graphic design composition you choose can help you clearly communicate your painting's title and theme.

Be sure to watch the video! I demonstrate how I like to practice compositions using a variety of paper shapes. It's playtime! After viewing the different design choices from my Composition Chart, I focus on one - then I goof around with the various ways to increase more interest by the following these steps:

Variety of size, shapes and color
Repetition of shapes and color
Dominant warm or dominant cool creates overall continuity
Study Contrast… Light vs Dark • Warm vs Cool • Large vs Small
Harmony happens when shapes, colors and directions are similar
Center of interest catches the eye… the focal point

Having wall charts and other reminders in my studio are very helpful. They keep me on track and help me focus on what works! Thus the saying, "Chart your course!"
Know before hand where you want your painting to go.

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•January 13, 2021 9am - 10:30am PT
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•February 22, 2021 9am - 10:30am PT
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•Color Lesson: Making and Using Neutrals in your Painting
January 11-12, 2021

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•The Theme is “Table Setting"
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•Whole Bunch of Prizes!

Looking forward to seeing your work!