Week 9: composition I

Geometric Value Compositions from Fine Art Paintings

Notice how in the following art works, the subject matter and focal points have been simplified into the major geometric value shapes.

It is useful to see how artists compose their paintings (or photographs) with value control. This will help you as you do your assignment for this lesson and future art.



The Shootings of May Third 1808 | 1814 |Francisco Goya


The Horse Fair | 1853 | Rosa Bonheur

Moon of Half Dome | 1960 | Ansel Adams