Summary:
This article explores the key elements and forms of expression in the creative process of realistic oil painting. Firstly, the definition and historical origin of realistic oil painting are introduced, and then the technical points of realistic oil painting are analyzed, including the accurate observation and depiction of natural scenes, the artist's personal aesthetic concepts and expression techniques, as well as the use and adjustment of color, form and structure.
I. Introduction
As an important form of artistic expression, realistic oil painting has always occupied an important position in artistic creation. Through the authentic representation of the objective world, it presents the viewer with a wealth of emotions and thoughts. With the development of society and the change of artistic concepts, the creative process and expression of realistic oil painting are also constantly developing and evolving.
II. The Historical Origins and Genre Development of Realistic Oil Painting
A. The style and characteristics of realistic oil painting in the classical period
Realistic oil paintings from the Classicist period show the admiration for idealized aesthetics and ancient culture. Inspired by Greek and Roman mythology and history during this period, artists emphasized structure, order, and accurate depictions of figures. The work is characterized by exquisite technique and strict composition, expressing the idea of sublime and noble. The painters pursued a perfect harmony of forms, and the figures and scenes in the paintings were idealized, presenting a solemn and noble atmosphere through the careful treatment of light, shadow and color.
B. The expression and understanding of nature in realistic oil paintings during the Romantic period
The realistic oil paintings of the Romantic period are significantly different from those of the Classical period. Artists of this period placed more emphasis on emotion and individual experience, and they tried to express the power and beauty of nature in their works. The scenes in the paintings are often grandiose and magnificent, depicting natural landscapes such as mountains, seas, and skies, designed to evoke emotional resonance in the viewer.
Romantic realistic oil painting focused on the uncontrollability and power of nature, reflecting the pursuit of emotions and passions in this period. The works of this period are more emotional, focusing on the tension and opposition in the relationship between nature and human, and the artist uses rich colors and bold compositional techniques to create a thrilling visual experience.
C. The influence and development of realism on realistic oil painting
Realism was a reaction to classicism and romanticism, emphasizing an accurate depiction of real life and a focus on social issues. The realistic oil paintings of the Realist period abandoned the idealization and romanticization in classicism and romanticism, and instead chose to depict the lives and everyday scenes of ordinary people.
By depicting themes such as labor, social injustice, and poverty, the artists expressed their concern and reflection on the real society. Realist realistic oil painting is characterized by realism, vividness and directness, and the painters present the real face of all social strata in a realistic way, and the social significance and critical consciousness are emphasized in their works.
D. Impressionism's Challenges and Innovations to Realistic Oil Painting
Impressionism is a challenge and innovation to traditional realistic oil painting. Artists of the Impressionist period broke away from their reliance on fine depiction and rigorous composition, and instead focused on light, shadow, color, and the sense of the moment. Through quick and easy brushstrokes, they express momentary changes in light and color, as well as changing scenes in nature.
Impressionist realistic oil painting no longer pursues detail and precision, but uses bright colors and bold techniques to present a dynamic visual effect. Artists of this period experimented with oil painting as a way to express subjective experience, transforming the picture into a record of personal perception, and attaching importance to the momentary impressions captured in the works.
III. The Painter's Subjective Initiative and Aesthetic Choices
A. The artist's subjective consciousness and creativity in the creation of realistic oil paintings
In the process of creating realistic oil paintings, the subjective consciousness and creativity of the painter play an important role. Each painter has his own unique perspective and aesthetic concept, interpreting the subject matter and object to be depicted through subjective choices and expressions. When creating, the painter will use his personal imagination and creativity according to his own understanding and feelings of the subject to give the work a unique emotion and expressiveness. For example, when depicting a natural landscape, one painter may choose to emphasize the grandeur and momentum of the scenery, while another painter may focus more on capturing subtle light and atmosphere, a difference stemming from the artist's personal aesthetic preferences and artistic style.
B. How artists use their personal aesthetic concepts to select and shape nature
In realistic oil painting, the painter uses his personal aesthetic concept to select and shape nature, and constructs the picture by selecting and emphasizing the elements that he is interested in or considers important. This choice and shaping reflects the painter's unique understanding and expression of nature.
For example, when depicting a landscape painting, a painter may choose to highlight the contours and textures of mountain peaks, or focus on the reflections and waves of the water surface to show his own unique perspective on the natural scene. Through the use of personal aesthetic concepts, the painter can give the work a richer and deeper connotation, so that the viewer can feel the author's emotions and thoughts.
C. The influence of subjective trade-offs on the shaping and expressiveness of realistic oil paintings
The painter's subjective choice in the creation of realistic oil painting directly affects the shaping and expressiveness of the image of the work. Through subjective selection and arrangement, the painter can highlight the importance of certain elements in the work and enhance the expressiveness and appeal of the picture. For example, when painting a portrait of a person, a painter can choose to highlight the person's expression and demeanor, or emphasize their clothing and environmental background, thus conveying different emotions and meanings.
Subjective choices can also affect the visual effect and viewing experience of the work, so that the viewer has different feelings and understandings. Therefore, the subjective choice of a painter in the creative process is one of the important factors that determine the image and expressiveness of the work, and it is also a key link in his artistic creation.
IV. The language of color modeling and natural expression in oil painting
A. The role and expression of color in realistic oil painting
Color plays multiple roles in realistic oil painting, it is not only a tool to reproduce natural scenes, but also a carrier to express the artist's emotions and artistic conceptions. First of all, color can be used to convey the mood and mood of a scene. By choosing different shades and color combinations, the painter can create the tranquility of the early morning, the warmth of the afternoon, or the mystery of the evening, so that the viewer can have a corresponding emotional experience.
Secondly, color can also be used to emphasize and highlight the characteristics and important parts of the scene. The painter can make the key elements more prominent in the picture and attract the viewer's attention by contrasting the light and dark of the colors and the size of the contrast. In addition, the contrast between vivid and elegant, bright and dull colors can also be used to express the painter's different understanding and feelings of nature, presenting a variety of visual effects.
B. How the painter uses oil painting techniques to express subtle changes in natural scenes
In realistic oil painting, the painter uses various oil painting techniques to express the subtle changes of natural scenes, so as to increase the realism and three-dimensionality of the work. For example, a painter can use a layered wet painting method to depict distant peaks to visually create a sense of distance and three-dimensionality, or use impasto to express the texture and three-dimensionality of trees to increase the layering and three-dimensional sense of the picture.
In addition, the painter can also use the combination of points, lines and surfaces to express the subtle textures and light and shadow changes in the natural scene, making the work more vivid and three-dimensional. Through the use of various oil painting techniques, the painter can vividly show the subtle changes of natural scenes, so that the viewer feels as if they are in it, and feel the truth and beauty of nature.
C. How to achieve the expressiveness of artistic images higher than life through color and modeling language
Through the use of color and modeling language, the artistic image can achieve an expressive power higher than life, showing a richer and deeper connotation. First of all, the use of color can give the artistic image a richer and deeper emotional connotation. Painters can express the emotional state and inner world of a person or scene through changes in color such as light and shade, contrast and saturation, making it more vivid and infectious.
Secondly, the use of modeling language can also give the artistic image a richer and deeper meaning. Painters can express the characteristics and personality of the artistic image through the thickness of the lines, the change of shapes and the arrangement of structures, etc., so as to make it more unique and eye-catching. Through the exquisite combination of color and modeling language, the artistic image can transcend reality, present the expressiveness and charm higher than life, and lead the viewer into an artistic realm full of imagination and perception.
V. The relationship between natural reality and artistic representation
A. The pursuit and challenge of nature and reality in realistic oil painting
One of the core of realistic oil painting is the pursuit of natural truth, and the painter strives to restore the appearance and atmosphere of natural scenery through accurate depiction of color, line and form. However, this quest for authenticity comes with its own set of challenges. First of all, the variability and subtlety of natural scenery make it difficult for painters to capture and express them. For example, details such as the changes in light and shadow of leaves, the ripples on the surface of the water, and the flow of clouds require careful observation and virtuosity to accurately reproduce.
Secondly, the creative process of realistic oil painting requires a lot of time and energy, and the painter needs to repeatedly observe and depict, constantly adjust and correct in order to achieve the desired effect. In addition, realistic oil painting also requires the painter to have a high level of technical level and rich experience to meet the challenges of various subjects and scenes, and ensure that the work achieves a high degree of realism and realism.
B. How artistic representation transcends nature to create a unique artistic image
Although realistic oil painting pursues the true reproduction of nature, artistic reproduction is not limited to the reproduction of natural scenes, but creates a unique artistic image through the artist's personal aesthetic concepts and expressions. Through the use of color and the arrangement of composition, the painter can give the work a richer and deeper connotation, so that it can transcend reality and present a unique artistic charm.
For example, a painter can create an exaggerated and eye-catching effect by intensifying the vividness of contrasting and exaggerated colors, making the work more vivid and impactful. Another example is that a painter can make his work more abstract and imaginative by simplifying and abstracting the depiction of details and highlighting themes and emotions. Through the reinterpretation and re-creation of natural scenes, painters can create unique artistic images and lead the viewer into an artistic world full of imagination and perception.
C. The embodiment and discussion of the interactive relationship between nature and art in realistic oil painting
In realistic oil painting, there is a close interaction between nature and art, and the two complement each other and together constitute the connotation and expressiveness of the work. First of all, natural scenery is the creative object and source of inspiration for realistic oil painting, and the painter shows his understanding and perception of nature through the observation and depiction of natural scenes, so that the works have a profound connotation and sense of reality.
Secondly, art is the reproduction and refinement of nature, and the painter endows the works with unique artistic charm and expressiveness through the adjustment and combination of colors, forms and structures, so that they transcend reality and lead the viewer into an artistic realm full of imagination and perception. In the process of creating realistic oil paintings, nature and art blend with each other and complement each other, which together constitute the rich connotation and profound meaning of the work.
VI. Conclusion
The key elements in the process of realistic oil painting include the accurate observation and depiction of natural scenes, the artist's personal aesthetic concepts and expressions, and the use and adjustment of colors, forms and structures. Through the accurate reproduction and artistic reproduction of natural scenes, realistic oil paintings have a high degree of realism and expressiveness, which can lead the viewer into an artistic world full of imagination and perception. In the creative process of realistic oil painting, painters need to have a high technical level and rich experience, and continue to explore and practice in order to achieve the desired effect.
Author: Lu Xilin
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