Simple Exercises to Improve Your Art Composition and Abstract Shapes | Kenn Backhaus

Ken Backhaus discusses the importance of composition and abstract shapes in painting. He explores how artists like Emil Carlson, Fritz Thöle, and Chauncey Ryder use spatial arrangement and simplified shapes to create dynamic works. By focusing on positive and negative shapes, he shows how these elements can improve the overall structure of a piece. He introduces exercises with basic geometric shapes to help artists experiment with different formats and compositions, fostering creativity and improving their approach to both realistic and abstract art.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction to Simple Exercises for Big Results
3:11 - Analyzing Chauncey Ryder’s Art
12:03 - Exercise with Basic Shapes for Better Composition
19:02 - Using Abstract Shapes in Recognizable Subjects
22:34 - Mentoring Art Course with Kenn Backhaus!

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