Summary:
This paper focuses on the key role of the painter's subjective initiative and artistic creativity in the creation of realistic oil painting. Through the analysis of the painter's use of imagination, creativity and aesthetic concepts in the creative process, it reveals how he gives new meaning and expression to natural scenes, and creates an artistic image that is higher than life. The subjective initiative of the painter makes the works rich in expression and imagination, and full of individuality and artistry, which in turn promotes the continuous development and progress of realistic oil painting creation.
I. Introduction
Western realistic oil painting is a form of artistic expression with a long history, and its development process is inseparable from the history of Western art. Since the Renaissance, realistic oil painting has occupied an important position in the Western art world and has become an important part of the Western art tradition. This art form presents a colorful visual experience and inner world through the authentic representation of the objective world, as well as the profound expression of emotions and thoughts.
The background of Western realistic oil painting dates back to the ancient Greek and Roman periods, but its real rise began during the Renaissance. Renaissance painters, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, etc., created a precedent for realistic oil painting with their exquisite painting skills and profound observation of the human body structure, light and shadow effects. Over the course of its history, realistic oil painting has developed into an important art genre with far-reaching influence, covering all periods and styles.
II. Human Anatomy and Structure
A. The importance of human anatomy in realistic oil painting
Human anatomy plays an important role in realistic oil painting. For painters, knowledge of human anatomy can help them better understand the structure of the human body and the structure of muscle tissue, so as to more accurately reproduce the human form and dynamics in the painting process.
First of all, knowledge of human anatomy is the basis for depicting the proportions and shape of the human body. By studying the skeletal system, muscle structure, and the movement of joints, the painter can grasp the proportional relationships between the various parts of the human body and accurately represent them on the canvas. Only with an in-depth understanding of human anatomy can the painter better grasp the overall structure of the human body and the harmonious relationship between the various parts, making the work more realistic and three-dimensional.
Secondly, knowledge of human anatomy is also essential for mapping the muscles and morphological changes of the human body. Through the study of muscle tissue, the painter can more accurately represent the dynamics and sense of power of the human body. They can better reproduce the vividness and vitality of the human body by observing and studying the structure of human bones and muscles, capturing the morphological changes and line flow of the human body in different postures.
B. The artist's understanding and representation of the structure of the human body
The painter's understanding and representation of the structure of the human body is a key link in the creation of realistic oil painting. Through the study and practice of human anatomy, painters can develop sensitivity and insight into the structure of the human body, so as to better capture the form and characteristics of the human body.
First of all, the painter needs to understand the form and structure of various parts of the human body through meticulous observation and research. They need to pay attention to the details of the proportions of the human body, bone structure, the position and shape of muscle tissue, etc., in order to accurately reproduce the appearance and characteristics of the human body. At the same time, the painter also needs to pay attention to the morphological changes of the human body in different postures, such as stretching, bending, twisting, etc., in order to express the dynamic beauty and vividness of the human body.
Secondly, when the painter reproduces the structure of the human body, he should also exert his own subjective initiative and artistic creativity. Although human anatomy is an objectively existing scientific field, painters can express their understanding and perception of the human body through their own observations and feelings, and use the language of painting. They can give more emotion and connotation to the human figure by using unique lines, colors, and textures, as well as flexible compositions and perspectives, making the work more artistic and expressive.
C. How subjective agency affects the performance of human structures
Subjective agency plays an important role in the performance of the human body's structure. Painters can use their own subjective initiative to create unique artistic images by selecting and emphasizing the features and details of certain human body structures.
First of all, the painter can select and emphasize specific parts of the human body structure in a targeted manner according to his own aesthetic concept and creative intention. They can capture the viewer's attention and express the theme and emotion of the work by highlighting the key parts of the depicted human body, such as the head, hands, feet, etc. Painters can also emphasize or weaken certain features or images of the human body by exaggerating or weakening the details of certain human body structures.
Secondly, the painter can express the three-dimensional sense and texture of the human structure through the use of color and light and shadow effects. They can use chiaroscuro and color variations to create rich shadows and highlights that make the human body more three-dimensional and textured. Painters can also enhance the expressiveness and ornamentation of the human structure through the use of special brushstrokes and texture effects.
III. Focal perspective and composition
A. The application of the principle of focal perspective in the composition of oil paintings
The principle of focus perspective refers to the purpose of attracting the viewer's attention and guiding the line of sight by adjusting the position of the focus in the composition, so that a certain part of the picture becomes the main focus. In oil painting, the use of focal perspective can make the picture more vivid and interesting, and enhance the visual effect and expressiveness.
The painter can highlight the focus through techniques such as magnification, emphasis, contrast, etc., to make it appear more prominent and eye-catching in the picture. For example, by increasing the detail depiction of the focal point, deepening its color saturation or contrast, and adjusting the blurring of the surrounding environment, etc., to attract the viewer's attention and focus it on the focal point.
B. How the artist chooses the focus and composition to highlight the theme of the work
When choosing focus and composition, the painter needs to consider the subject matter and expressive intent of the work. They can choose the focus by highlighting elements or plots related to the theme, and enhance the effect of the focus through compositional techniques to achieve the purpose of highlighting the theme of the work.
There are several ways in which a painter can choose the focus and composition:
Emphasize the theme elements: Choose the theme elements as the focal point, and make them more prominent in the picture by zooming in, contrasting, etc. For example, in an oil painting depicting a natural landscape, the painter can choose to highlight elements such as landscapes, trees, and other elements in the depicted subject to highlight the theme of natural beauty.
Composition Techniques: Use compositional techniques to highlight the focal point. Painters can use compositional principles such as diagonal composition, golden section, and third-point composition to put the focus in the golden position of the composition, so as to make it more prominent and eye-catching in the picture.
Emotional Expression: Choose focus and composition based on the mood and atmosphere of the work. Painters can adjust elements such as color, light and shadow and lines to express the emotions and thematic connotations of the work. For example, in an oil painting that depicts sad emotions, the painter may choose to highlight the facial expressions or poses of the subject to resonate and emotionally resonate with the viewer.
C. The embodiment and role of subjective initiative in composition
Subjective initiative plays an important role in composition, and painters can use their creativity and imagination to create unique and artistic compositional effects.
Unique perspective: Painters can make their work more vivid and interesting by choosing a unique perspective to compose the picture. For example, choosing a top-down or upward perspective can make the picture more impactful and visually intense, enhancing the expressiveness and ornamentation of the work.
Matching of Compositional Elements: Painters can skillfully match different compositional elements through their own creativity and imagination to achieve better visual effects. For example, subtly blend thematic elements with the context, or use contrasts and color combinations to enhance the expressiveness and appeal of the composition.
Emotional Expression and Artistic Conception Building: Painters can express the emotions and artistic conception of their works through composition. By adjusting the arrangement and proportion of the composition elements, as well as using color, light and shadow and other elements, a specific emotional atmosphere and artistic conception effect are created, so as to arouse the resonance and thinking of the viewer.
IV. Principles of light and color and color application
A. The importance and application of the principle of light and color in realistic oil painting
The principle of light color refers to the color phenomenon produced when light is reflected, transmitted, and refracted on the surface of an object. In realistic oil painting, the correct application of the principle of light and color can make the work more realistic and vivid, and enhance its three-dimensional sense and verisimilitude.
The importance of the principle of light and color lies in its ability to affect the color and the relationship between light and dark of objects in the picture. The angle, intensity, and color of the light all have an impact on the color and brightness of an object. By observing and understanding the principle of light and color, the painter can accurately reproduce the effect of the object being illuminated by light, making the object in the picture look more realistic and three-dimensional.
In realistic oil painting, the painter can apply the principle of light and color in the following ways:
Chiaroscuro: By observing the angle and intensity of light, the painter can determine the distribution of light and dark in an object. In an image, the bright part is usually the area that receives direct light, while the dark part is the area that is not directly lit or receives indirect light. Painters can enhance the three-dimensional and physical sense of objects by contrasting light and dark contrasts.
Color variation: The color of the light also affects the color of the object. Under different lighting conditions, the color of the object changes. The painter can observe and apply this color variation to accurately reproduce the color of the object. For example, when exposed to twilight sunlight, the color of an object may appear warm.
Reflection and refraction: The reflection and refraction of light on the surface of an object creates a special effect of light and shadow. Painters can observe reflections and refractions on the surface of objects, using changes in color and light and shade to reproduce these effects. For example, when light hits the surface of the water, reflections and refractions are created, and the painter can express this effect by painting the changes in light and shadow on the surface of the water.
B. How the painter uses the language of color to express the effect of light and shadow
Painters can express the effect of light and shadow by using the language of color, making the picture more realistic and vivid.
Color contrast: By contrasting colors in bright and dark areas, painters can enhance the effect of light and shadow. Brighter colors are usually used in bright areas, while darker colors are used in darker areas. Painters can highlight the intensity of light and the relationship between light and dark through the contrast of colors.
Gradient Transition: The illumination of light creates a gradient change on the surface of an object. The painter can express the change of light through the gradient transition of color. For example, with a gradual transition from a bright area to a dark area, the painter can use a gradient of color to represent this change in light.
Color saturation: The amount of light that shines on you affects the saturation of colors. Colors are generally more vivid and saturated in areas that are directly lit, while in dark areas, colors are duller and less saturated. Painters can express light and shadow effects by adjusting the saturation of colors.
C. How the artist's agency affects the use and expression of color
The artist's initiative plays a crucial role in the use and expression of color. They can use color through their creativity and imagination to create unique and artistic effects.
Choice of color: Artists can choose colors according to their own subjective wishes. They can use bright, bright colors to express the brightness and vibrancy of the light, or they can use soft, warm colors to express the warmth and softness of the light.
Combination and use of color: Artists can express the effect of light and shadow through the combination and use of color. They can use the contrast of warm and cold colors to express the relationship between light and dark, or express the change of light through the gradient transition of colors. Artists can flexibly use color according to their own creative and expressive needs, making their works richer and more diverse.
Emotional Expression and Artistic Conception: Artists can express the emotion and mood of their works through the use of color. They can choose specific colors to convey specific emotions, such as using cool colors to express loneliness and sadness, or warm colors to express warmth and joy. By adjusting the use and expression of color, artists can create specific emotional atmospheres and moods.
V. Natural Authenticity and Artistic Expression
A. The artist's understanding and selective representation of the truth of nature
Painters' understanding and representation of nature is often selective, because they are not only copying natural scenes, but also expressing their own understanding and emotions about nature. In realistic oil painting, the painter selectively reproduces some of the features and elements in nature by observing and feeling it in order to highlight his own themes and emotions.
First, a painter may choose to highlight certain features or details in a natural scene to express his own unique understanding or emotion about it. For example, one painter might choose to highlight the texture and light and shadow effects of a tree's branches and foliage to emphasize the vitality and beauty of nature, while another might choose to highlight the shadows under the tree and the colors of the grass to convey a sense of tranquility and peace with nature.
Second, the painter may change the composition or color of the natural scene to highlight his subject matter or emotion. For example, in an oil painting of a landscape, the painter may depict the outline of the mountain as steeper and more spectacular to highlight the majesty and grandeur of the mountain, or darken the color of the surface of the water to emphasize the depth and mystery of the water.
Finally, the painter may enhance or diminish the expressiveness of the natural scene by adding or removing some elements. For example, one painter may choose to add some animals or people to the landscape to enrich the content and emotional expression of the picture, while another painter may choose to remove some discordant or irrelevant elements to highlight the purity and beauty of the scene.
B. How the artist makes use of unique aesthetic concepts to make trade-offs
The artist uses a unique aesthetic concept to make trade-offs, which are mainly reflected in the selection and expression of natural scenes. Through their aesthetic conception and understanding of nature, they selectively reproduce nature in order to highlight their artistic themes and emotions.
First, the artist may selectively reproduce natural scenes according to his own aesthetic perceptions. Different artists have different aesthetic preferences and styles, and they may choose to highlight certain scenes or elements to match their own aesthetic perceptions. For example, one painter may prefer to express the softness and warmth of nature, while another painter may prefer to express the bleakness and mystery of nature.
Secondly, the artist may change the way and technique of natural scenery to reflect his own unique aesthetic concept. For example, one painter may choose to use soft colors and flowing lines to express natural scenes to highlight the softness and warmth of the scenes, while another painter may choose to use bold brushstrokes and strong contrasts to express natural scenes to highlight the bleakness and mystery of the scenes.
Finally, the artist may express his own unique aesthetic concept by adding his own imagination and creation. They may choose to artistically reproduce natural scenes, adding some abstract or exaggerated elements to highlight their understanding of nature and emotional expression.
C. How Subjective Initiative creates an artistic image that is higher than life
Subjective initiative plays an important role in artistic creation, and artists create artistic images that are higher than life by using their imagination and creativity.
First of all, the artist may use exaggeration, distortion or abstraction to create an artistic image that is higher than life. They can zoom in or out on certain features or elements of a natural scene to highlight its features or express their own subject. For example, a painter can create imaginative floral works by exaggerating the size and color of flowers, or abstract and emotive abstract works through abstraction and simplification.
Secondly, the artist may create an artistic image that is higher than life by fusing different elements or scenes. They can fuse and combine different scenes or elements in reality to create novel and imaginative scenes or images. For example, a painter can merge figures and animals to create mystical and fantastical images, or combine landscapes from different seasons to create scenes of change and fluidity.
Finally, the artist may create an artistic image that is higher than life by expressing his own emotions and inner world. They can express their understanding and feelings of life through color, composition and brushstrokes, and create expressive and emotional artistic images. For example, a painter can express his feelings of vitality and hope for life through the use of bright colors and dynamic lines, or he can express sadness and contemplation of life through the use of dull colors and static lines.
VI. Conclusion
In the creation of realistic oil painting, the subjective initiative of the painter plays a crucial role. Through imagination, creativity and aesthetic concepts, painters are able to give new meanings and expressions to natural scenes, creating artistic images that are higher than life. In the process of creation, the painter selectively reproduces nature, changes the mode and technique of expression, and expresses personal emotions and inner world, so that the work is not only a reproduction of reality, but also a subjective understanding and emotional expression of nature.
First of all, the painter's subjective initiative makes the realistic oil painting works have rich expressiveness and imagination. Through exaggeration, distortion or abstraction, painters are able to break through the limitations of reality and create expressive and imaginative artistic images. These images can not only attract the viewer's eye, but also trigger their thinking and association, so that the work has a deeper meaning and value.
Secondly, the painter's subjective initiative enriches the artistry and individuality of realistic oil paintings. Each painter has a unique aesthetic concept and artistic style, and they express their emotions and inner world, so that their works have a unique emotional expression and artistic charm. When appreciating the works, the viewer can not only feel the thoughts and emotions of the painter, but also experience the artistic power and vitality behind the works.
Finally, the subjective initiative of the painter has promoted the continuous development and progress of realistic oil painting. With the changes in society and the continuous updating of people's aesthetic concepts, the creation of realistic oil painting is also constantly changing and innovating. Through continuous attempts and explorations, the painter combines traditional realistic expressions with modern artistic concepts to create works with more characteristics of the times and personality charm, which has injected new vitality and impetus into the development of realistic oil painting.
Author: Lu Xilin
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