There is structure to art.
In today’s video clip, Tom refers to that structure as “architectonics.” While the definition of architectonics refers to “the scientific study of architecture.” It also applies to “artistic structure.”
Does not architecture have artistic elements? Is there not art in architecture? In fact, some of the most beautiful architectural structures in the world are art museums.
Some painters rebel at the idea of structure. They say, “You can’t tell me what do do. I’m going to ‘do my thing!’” Looking at much of today’s modern art, you’d have to say there is not much if any structure to it.
Sixty years ago Maitland Graves wrote “The Art of Color and Design.” He believed that contemporary artists then lost touch with the principles that defined great art. (That’s why he wrote the book.)
Isn’t it ironic that the roots of the problems with today’s art may have begun over half a century ago – perhaps longer?
One of the characteristics of a master artist is understanding the principles of art. It’s a tradition that started with the Renaissance Old Masters. They “codified” those laws and passed them down through their apprentices.
Over the centuries artists lost touch with them. At Alexander Art, we are bringing those principles back to a new generation of artists.
That’s why Tom goes to such lengths in our Master Class to help you understand the architectonics of a painting.
Bill understood these principles. It was how he could visualize a painting and make a blank canvas spring to life.
In our Introductory Course, Tom teaches you the Landscape Laws that all the Old Masters used. In the Advanced Course, Tom demonstrates the structure of a painting to help you paint better. Tom teaches you what you need to know to become a competent, confident artist. If your goal is to sell your artwork — or just give an exceptional gift — Master Class can help you become a better artist.
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