Summary:
The purpose of this paper is to explore the constitutive language of plane painting, focusing on the characteristics of the integration of reason and emotion. Through the artist's practice and reflection on the composition structure, the use of color and the expression of imagery, the important role of composition language in artistic creation is revealed. This paper introduces the basic concepts and research background of the constitutive language of graphic painting, and then discusses in detail the embodiment of reason and emotion in the constitutive language, including the artist's treatment of form and content, and the comprehensive use of technology and expression.
I. Introduction
As a form of visual art, graphic painting plays a pivotal role in the development of human history and culture. From ancient frescoes, the works of Renaissance masters, to the diverse expressions of modern and contemporary art, graphic painting has always reflected the evolution of human society's ideas, culture, and aesthetic tastes. Over time, artists have explored new compositional languages and ways of expression, trying to find a balance between reason and emotion. Rationality represents the logic of form and structure, while emotion embodies the mood and humanity of a work of art. The achievement of this balance is essential for the uniqueness and innovation of flat painting.
II. Graphic painting constitutes the rational dominance of language
A. The performance and significance of the area size comparison
The contrast of area size is one of the constituent elements in flat painting, which guides the visual focus of the viewer through the difference in the size of different areas, and achieves the effect of balance and rhythm. In composition, artists can create visual layers and a sense of space by adjusting the area size of different elements.
First of all, the contrast of area size can help the viewer better understand the structure and organization of the picture. By differentiating the size of the subject and the background, the foreground and the middle ground, the artist can direct the flow of the viewer's gaze and make the picture more layered and deep. For example, in a landscape painting, enlarging the area of the foreground object and reducing the area of the background object can create a contrast between the near and far, enhancing the realism and three-dimensionality of the picture.
Secondly, the area size contrast can also be used to emphasize important elements or emotional expressions in the picture. By enlarging or decreasing the size of a particular area, artists can make the viewer pay more attention to the key parts of the picture, thus achieving the effect of emphasizing and prominence. For example, in a portrait of a person, enlarging the person's face and reducing the area of the surrounding environment can make the person stand out more and highlight their personality and emotional characteristics.
B. The influence and interpretation of shape changes on composition
Shape change is one of the commonly used constituent elements in flat painting, which creates a rich and diverse visual effect through the combination and variation of different shapes. In composition, the artist can adjust the structure and atmosphere of the picture by changing factors such as the size, proportion, direction, and position of the shape.
First of all, shape changes can be used to shape the dynamics and rhythm of the picture. By introducing variations of different shapes into the picture, the artist can create a sense of movement and dynamism that makes the viewer feel the movement and change in the picture. For example, in an abstract painting, a sense of beating rhythm and rhythm can be created by interlacing different shapes and lines.
Secondly, shape changes can also be used to express emotion and meaning. Different shapes have different symbolic meanings and emotional colors, and their clever use in the composition can deepen the audience's understanding and experience of the picture. For example, a circle is often thought to have a harmonious, complete symbolism, while sharp angles can be emotionally tinged with tension and conflict. By using variations of different shapes in the picture, the artist can convey a wealth of emotions and meanings.
C. The function and effect of color difference in flat painting
Color is one of the most intuitive and eye-catching components of flat painting, which creates colorful visual effects and emotional expressions through the use and collocation of different colors. In composition, artists can create different atmospheres and emotional effects by adjusting factors such as light and dark, saturation, and contrast of colors.
First of all, color differences can help the viewer better understand the structure and organization of the picture. By using the contrast of different colors in the picture, the artist can highlight important elements or areas, direct the flow of the viewer's gaze, and make the picture more layered and deep. For example, in a still life painting, by contrasting the color of the subject object with the background color, the subject can be made more prominent, enhancing the three-dimensional and realistic sense of the picture.
Secondly, color differences can also be used to express emotions and meanings. Different colors have different emotional colors and symbolic meanings, and their clever use in composition can enhance the emotional expression of the picture and the emotional resonance of the audience. For example, warm tones are often associated with warm, cheerful emotions, while cold tones may be tinged with cold, lonely emotions. By using the differences of different colors in the painting, the artist can convey a rich variety of emotions and meanings.
III. Graphic painting constitutes the emotional expression of language
A. The embodiment and importance of emotional factors in the composition
Emotional factors play a crucial role in composition, which directly affects the audience's emotional experience and resonance with the work through the selection, arrangement, and processing of compositional elements. In graphic painting, the artist can express various emotions through the arrangement of compositional elements such as layout, lines, and shapes, thereby enriching the connotation and expressiveness of the work.
First of all, the embodiment of emotional factors in the composition is mainly reflected in the emotional atmosphere and emotional expression of the picture. The artist creates different emotional atmospheres by choosing different compositions and elements, such as joy, melancholy, serenity, warmth, etc. For example, in a painting depicting a sunset scene, the artist can create a serene and warm emotional atmosphere through warm colors, soft light, and just the right compositional arrangement, so that the viewer can feel the tranquility and beauty of the sunset.
Secondly, the importance of the emotional factor in the composition is reflected in its impact on the emotional resonance of the audience. Through well-designed compositions, artists can guide the viewer to resonate and make them emotionally connected to the work. For example, a painting depicting loneliness, through the use of lonely colors, silent environments, and lonely compositional elements, can give the viewer a deep understanding and empathy for loneliness, and then trigger a deep emotional resonance in the heart.
B. Transmission and interpretation of color emotion
Color is one of the important means of expressing emotions in graphic painting, different colors represent different emotions and meanings, artists can convey emotions through careful selection and use of colors, and guide the audience to interpret and experience the emotions of the works.
First of all, the transmission of color emotion lies in the emotional color and symbolism represented by different colors. For example, red often represents passion, enthusiasm, and strength, blue represents calmness, contemplation, and tranquility, and green represents vitality, harmony, and nature. The artist can choose the appropriate color according to the theme and emotional expression of the work, so as to strengthen the emotional expression of the work and the emotional resonance of the audience.
Secondly, the interpretation of color emotion lies in the audience's understanding and feeling of color. Different viewers may have different emotional experiences and interpretations of the same color, depending on factors such as their personal experience, cultural background, and emotional state. For example, for a work that uses a lot of red, some viewers may feel passion and enthusiasm, while others may feel unease and anxiety. Therefore, artists need to consider the diversity and complexity of the audience in order to better convey and interpret the emotion of color.
C. Consistency and presentation of themes and emotions
The consistency of theme and emotion is one of the important aspects of emotional expression in graphic painting, and the artist makes the emotional expression of the work consistent with the theme content by skillfully designing the composition and selecting the theme, so as to enhance the artistic appeal and ornamental value of the work.
First of all, the consistency of theme and emotion is reflected in the content and presentation of the work. When choosing the theme of the work, the artist should take into account the emotions to be expressed, so as to choose the corresponding form of expression and composition. For example, if the subject of the work is about natural landscapes, the artist can express awe and love for nature through gentle colors, flowing lines, and serene compositions that align the emotions with the theme.
Secondly, the consistency of theme and emotion is also reflected in the atmosphere and emotional atmosphere of the work. Through careful composition and material selection, the artist can create an emotional atmosphere that is consistent with the theme, thereby enhancing the emotional expression and artistic appeal of the work.
IV. The blending of reason and emotion
A. The contrast and unity of reason and emotion
In graphic painting, reason and emotion are not two opposing aspects, but a relationship that blends and complements each other. Reason and emotion influence each other in the composition process, and together shape the connotation and expressiveness of the work.
First of all, the contrast between reason and emotion lies in the different levels and manifestations they represent. Rationality is more reflected in the consideration of compositional structure, proportional relationship and logic, while emotion is more manifested in the emotional expression and resonance of the theme and atmosphere. This contrast makes the work visually both logical and orderly, but also full of emotional tension and expressiveness.
Secondly, the unity of reason and emotion is reflected in their mutual integration and unity in the composition process. When composing, the artist should not only take into account the rational structure of the work, but also pay attention to the expression and resonance of emotions. Through the rational use of compositional elements, such as lines, shapes, colors, etc., artists can organically combine reason and emotion, so that the work not only has the aesthetic effect of art, but also can arouse the emotional resonance of the audience.
B. The mutual promotion of reason and emotion in graphic painting
In graphic painting, there is a mutually reinforcing relationship between reason and emotion, and they jointly promote the creation and expression of the work.
First of all, rational thinking and planning provide strong support for the expression of emotions. The artist analyzes and plans the compositional structure, proportional relationship and logic through rational thinking, so as to ensure the visual effect and expressiveness of the work. This kind of rational thinking and planning provides a solid foundation for the expression of emotions, so that emotions can be more deeply integrated into the work.
Secondly, the expression and resonance of emotions add vividness and appeal to the rational composition. The artist enriches the connotation and expressiveness of the work through the expression and resonance of emotions, making it more ornamental and artistically appealing. This expression and resonance of emotions adds vividness and appeal to the rational composition, making the work more attractive and influential.
C. Rational-led, emotion-assisted compositional language strategies
In the composition process of flat painting, reason often plays a leading role, and emotion is its auxiliary. The artist determines the structure and layout of the work through rational thinking and planning, and then enriches the connotation and expressiveness of the work through the expression and resonance of emotions.
First of all, being rationally dominant ensures the structure and logic of the work. Through rational analysis and planning, the artist can ensure that the compositional structure and proportional relationship of the work are reasonable, so that the work has good visual effect and expressiveness. This rationally-led compositional language strategy can provide a solid foundation for the creation and representation of a work.
Secondly, emotions as an aid can enhance the appeal and attractiveness of the work. The artist enriches the connotation and expressiveness of the work through the expression and resonance of emotions, making it more ornamental and artistically appealing. This kind of emotion as an auxiliary compositional language strategy can make the work more infectious and influential, and trigger the audience's deeper emotional resonance and thinking.
V. Graphic painting constitutes the unique style and personality of the language
A. Comparison of compositional language and style of different artists
Each artist has a unique compositional language and style, which are reflected in his works and are closely related to his personal experience, aesthetic concept and artistic pursuit.
For example, Vincent van Gogh's compositional language is characterized by his unique use of color and brushstroke. Van Gogh's works often feature bold and vivid color contrasts and exaggerated brushstrokes, and this unique compositional language makes his works full of movement and tension, giving people a strong visual impact.
In contrast, Pablo Picasso's compositional language is characterized by his reinvention of form and structure. Picasso's works often disrupt the traditional spatial perspective and morphological deformation, and express the reconstruction and interpretation of the objective world through abstraction, which makes his works full of mystery and challenge.
B. The characteristics of the times and the differences in genres that make up the language of plane painting
The constitutive language of plane painting presents different characteristics and differences in different eras and genres. For example, during the Renaissance, artists pursued perfection in symmetry, proportion, and perspective, and compositions often presented a sense of rigor and order, as exemplified by Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa.
In the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist periods, artists paid more attention to the expression of color and light and shadow, and the compositions often showed the characteristics of relaxation and freedom, such as Claude Monet's "Water Lilies" series is a typical example.
In modern art, the fusion of various genres and styles makes the composition language of plane painting more diverse and open, artists pay more attention to individuality and expression, and the composition often presents the characteristics of variety and creativity.
C. Balance and unity of individual expression and overall law
The constitutive language of graphic painting is not only the carrier of the artist's individual expression, but also influenced by the overall law and the constraints of tradition, and the artist needs to seek a balance and unity between the individual expression and the overall law.
Artists express their unique artistic pursuits and aesthetic concepts through individual expression, and embody their individual artistic styles and characteristics through the unique use of constituent language. At the same time, the artist also needs to maintain a grasp of the compositional structure, proportional relationship and logic under the constraints of overall laws and traditions, so as to ensure the visual effect and expressiveness of the work.
In practice, through continuous exploration and practice, artists have gradually formed their own unique compositional language style and personality characteristics, and at the same time, they also seek balance and unity between tradition and innovation, so that their works not only have the uniqueness of individual expression, but also conform to the overall laws and traditional constraints, showing a richer and more diverse artistic charm.
VI. Conclusion
In graphic painting, the fusion of rationality and emotion that constitutes language is reflected in the artist's comprehensive use of form and content, technique and expression. Rationality is reflected in the artist's grasp of compositional structure, proportional relationship and logic, which require the artist to have a deep understanding and mastery of artistic elements and principles. Emotions are embodied in the artist's expression of color, brushstrokes and imagery, which need to be expressed through personal perception and emotional experience. The integration of rationality and emotion in the composition of plane painting makes the work not only have a rigorous artistic structure and technical expression, but also convey profound emotions and connotations, so as to produce a richer and deeper artistic effect.
Author: Lu Xilin
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