This edition had all images removed.
Title: Pictorial Composition and the Critical Judgment of Pictures
Summary: "Pictorial Composition and the Critical Judgment of Pictures" by Henry Rankin Poore is a handbook on art theory written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on guiding students and art enthusiasts in understanding the principles of pictorial composition and developing a critical eye for assessing art. It explores the dynamics of balance, structure, and aesthetics within visual art, making it valuable for aspiring artists and lovers of art alike. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of pictorial composition, discussing the need for a solid foundation in artistic principles for students and amateurs of art. Poore emphasizes that the text aims not at providing a superficial "how-to" guide but rather to cultivate a deeper understanding of the underlying rules of composition, which are essential for meaningful artistic creation. He introduces key concepts such as balance, unity, and visual flow while rejecting traditional reverence for historical masters, advocating instead for a more nuanced appreciation and analysis of various artworks. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Poore, Henry Rankin, 1859-1940
EBook No.: 26638
Published: Sep 16, 2008
Downloads: 537
Language: English
Subject: Art criticism
Subject: Composition (Art)
LoCC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Pictorial Composition and the Critical Judgment of Pictures
Summary: "Pictorial Composition and the Critical Judgment of Pictures" by Henry Rankin Poore is a handbook on art theory written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on guiding students and art enthusiasts in understanding the principles of pictorial composition and developing a critical eye for assessing art. It explores the dynamics of balance, structure, and aesthetics within visual art, making it valuable for aspiring artists and lovers of art alike. The opening of the book sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of pictorial composition, discussing the need for a solid foundation in artistic principles for students and amateurs of art. Poore emphasizes that the text aims not at providing a superficial "how-to" guide but rather to cultivate a deeper understanding of the underlying rules of composition, which are essential for meaningful artistic creation. He introduces key concepts such as balance, unity, and visual flow while rejecting traditional reverence for historical masters, advocating instead for a more nuanced appreciation and analysis of various artworks. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Poore, Henry Rankin, 1859-1940
EBook No.: 26638
Published: Sep 16, 2008
Downloads: 537
Language: English
Subject: Art criticism
Subject: Composition (Art)
LoCC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.