Summary:
This paper will discuss the means of expression and artistic practice of decorative oil painting in the fast-paced life of contemporary society. Firstly, the relationship between decorative oil painting and contemporary life is analyzed, emphasizing its important role as aesthetic escape, emotional expression and reproduction of life scenes. This is followed by a discussion of innovative means of expression and artistic practice. Through these discussions, this paper aims to dig deep into the significance and value of decorative oil painting in contemporary society, and provide inspiration and reflection for the art world and related fields.
I. Introduction
Decorative oil painting is a form of painting dominated by decoration, which is characterized by emphasizing the pursuit of beauty and visual enjoyment. Unlike realist oil painting, which focuses on authenticity and objective expression, decorative oil painting pays more attention to the artist's treatment of visual elements such as form, color, and line, in order to create an aesthetic enjoyment and spiritual pleasure. It often emphasizes artistry and aesthetic effects through exaggeration, simplification, abstraction and other techniques, so that the viewer can feel a kind of aesthetic enjoyment and emotional resonance when appreciating the work.
II. The Emergence and Development of Decorative Oil Painting
A. The Historical Origins and Evolution of the Decorative Arts
The historical origin of decorative art can be traced back to the period of ancient civilizations, and various ancient civilizations have developed unique decorative art forms, such as ancient Egyptian murals, ancient Greek ceramic art, ancient Roman murals and Moses patterns. These decorative art forms are often used to decorate palaces, temples, tombs and other buildings, as well as pottery, furniture and other daily necessities, which not only play a role in decoration and beautification, but also reflect the characteristics and values of society, religion and culture at that time.
In medieval Europe, the decorative arts were further developed. With the spread and influence of Christianity in Europe, church architecture has become the main carrier of decorative arts, and decorative art forms such as murals, stained glass windows, and carvings have been widely used in churches to show religious stories and sacred atmosphere. At the same time, the chivalric culture and court life in the Middle Ages also promoted the flourishing of decorative arts, and the court nobles competed to decorate the architecture, furniture, costumes, etc., to show their status and taste.
During the Renaissance, the decorative arts underwent a revival and transformation. Renaissance artists began to advocate humanist ideas, the pursuit of naturalism and individual expression, and the decorative arts were also influenced and began to show more personal and artistic characteristics. For example, in the frescoes, sculptures and paintings of the Renaissance, more realistic and three-dimensional images and scenes often appeared, and more attention was paid to the treatment of light, shadow and color, as well as the exploration of form and structure.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, with the rise of the Industrial Revolution and the development of social economy, decorative art entered a new stage. The mechanized production of decorative art in the Industrial Revolution has greatly reduced the production cost and increased the popularity of decorative art. At the same time, the rise of new art movements, such as the Arts and Crafts Movement and Modernism, also injected new vitality and ideas into decorative arts, making them more diverse and avant-garde styles and forms.
B. The trajectory of decorative oil painting in different cultural contexts
Decorative oil painting presents a diversified development trajectory in different cultural backgrounds, reflecting the cultural traditions, aesthetic concepts and artistic styles of different regions and nationalities.
In Europe, the development of decorative oil painting has undergone changes and developments in the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and other periods. Italian artists of the Renaissance, represented by Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, pushed decorative oil painting to a new level, focusing on the authentic representation of the human body and nature, but also on the treatment of light, shadow and color, as well as the exploration of form and structure. Dutch painters of the Baroque period, such as Rembrandt and Vermeer, paid more attention to the expression of emotions and inner worlds, as well as the creation of drama and dynamics. The Rococo period placed more emphasis on the pursuit of opulence and luxury, often using colorful colors and delicate ornate lines to create a beautiful and opulent decorative effect.
In Asia, Chinese decorative oil painting was influenced by traditional painting and calligraphy, presenting a unique artistic style and aesthetic concept. Chinese decorative oil paintings often incorporate elements of traditional Chinese culture, such as landscapes, flowers and birds, and human figures, while also focusing on the expression of lines and colors, as well as the creation of artistic conception and atmosphere. Japanese decorative oil paintings, on the other hand, often blend traditional Japanese ukiyo-e and religious culture, presenting a unique Japanese style and emotional color, often reflecting a subtle and elegant aesthetic taste.
III. Compositional Analysis of Decorative Oil Paintings
A. Compositional Principles and Characteristics
Symmetry: Decorative oil paintings often use symmetrical composition, dividing the picture into symmetrical parts on the left and right or symmetrical up and down, so that the picture is stable and balanced, presenting a solemn and dignified beauty. Symmetrical composition is also often used to emphasize the importance and stability of the subject.
Sense of Rhythm: The composition of decorative oil paintings often focuses on a sense of rhythm, creating a dynamic visual effect through the repetition, variation and contrast of lines, shapes and colors, making the picture full of life and vitality.
Combination of virtual and real: Decorative oil paintings often use the composition technique of combining virtual and real, that is, through the combination of objects and abstract elements, the picture has both a sense of reality and imagination, which increases the sense of hierarchy and depth of the picture.
Color and light and shadow: Color and light and shadow are extremely important compositional elements in decorative oil painting, and artists often use color and light and shadow to create a colorful, chiaroscuro contrasting picture, which enhances the expressiveness and appeal of the picture.
B. Compositional forms commonly found in decorative oil paintings
Static composition: Static composition often adopts a stable symmetrical structure, dividing the picture into balanced parts, presenting a quiet and solemn beauty. Static compositions are often used to express scenes and subjects that are stable and tranquil.
Dynamic composition: Dynamic composition often focuses on the sense of movement and rhythm of the picture, and creates a lively and vivid visual effect through the dynamic arrangement and change of lines and shapes. Dynamic composition is often used to express scenes and themes that are vibrant, varied, and dynamic.
Diagonal composition: Diagonal composition often uses the arrangement and combination of diagonal lines, which makes the picture have a dynamic sense of inclination and visual tension, and increases the layering and interest of the picture. Diagonal compositions are often used to represent conflicting, opposite, or dynamically changing scenes and themes.
Ring composition: Ring composition often adopts a wrapping line and shape arrangement, connecting and connecting the various elements in the picture, presenting a continuous and circular beauty. Ring compositions are often used to represent looping, repetitive, or continuous scenes and themes.
IV. Exploration of the modeling characteristics of decorative oil paintings
A. Common decorative styling elements
Curves & Lines:
Decorative oil paintings often use smooth and graceful curves and lines, through the undulations, interlacing and extension of lines, to create a soft, lyrical atmosphere. The use of curves and lines makes the picture more dynamic and vibrant, and at the same time increases the layering and interest of the picture.
Geometry:
Geometric shapes are often used in decorative oil paintings to construct the basic structure and layout of the picture, such as circles, squares, triangles, etc. The use of geometric shapes makes the picture more stable and neat, and also adds to the modernity and simplicity of the picture.
Decorative Patterns:
Decorative oil paintings often use a variety of decorative patterns, such as patterns, geometric patterns, plant patterns, etc., to enrich the content and expression of the picture. The use of decorative patterns makes the picture more colorful and varied, increasing the ornamentation and interest.
Symbols & Symbols:
Decorative oil paintings often use a variety of symbols and symbols, such as animals, plants, geometric shapes, etc., to express specific meanings and emotions. The use of symbols and symbols makes the picture more meaningful and deep, and also increases the possibility of the audience's interpretation and understanding of the work.
B. Styling style and aesthetic trends
Fluidity and simplicity:
The modeling style of contemporary decorative oil paintings tends to be smooth and concise, focusing on the grace of lines and the simplicity of geometric shapes. Artists often express a sense of modernity and simplicity through simple and clear shapes, making their works more fashionable and ornamental.
Combination of abstraction and figuration:
Contemporary decorative oil paintings often combine abstraction and figuration, and express the meaning and emotion of the image through abstract forms. Artists often express their understanding and expression of the real world through abstract processing of colors, lines and shapes, making their works more thoughtful and deep.
Multicultural Integration:
Contemporary decorative oil paintings often integrate a variety of cultural elements, such as East and West, tradition and modernity, etc., to create new and unique artistic styles and forms of expression through the integration and collision of multiple cultures. The integration of multiple cultures makes the works more inclusive and open, and also enriches the connotation and expressiveness of the works.
Personalization & Customization:
Contemporary decorative oil painting is increasingly focused on personalization and customization, and artists often tailor artworks to meet the aesthetic needs of their clients according to their needs and preferences. The trend of personalization and customization makes decorative oil paintings closer to people's lives and emotions, increasing the market competitiveness and ornamental value of works.
V. Analysis of the application of color in decorative oil paintings
A. The Role and Significance of Color in Decorative Oil Painting
Color in decorative oil painting is one of the important means for artists to express emotions, convey information, and shape the atmosphere of the picture. Color plays multiple roles in decorative oil painting, both with aesthetic meaning and with the function of emotional expression and conveying the subject.
Emotional Expression:
Color is often used in decorative oil paintings to express the artist's inner emotions and moods. For example, warm colors such as red and yellow are often used to express enthusiasm, vitality and joy, while cool colors such as blue and green are often used to express feelings of calmness, serenity or mystery. Through the selection and use of color, artists are able to convey their emotions and moods more accurately.
Convey the theme and meaning:
Color is also often used in decorative oil paintings to convey the theme and meaning of the work. For example, yellow and gold are often used to express wealth, glory and luxury, while green is often used to express life, nature and harmony. Through the clever use of color, the artist is able to better present the themes and concepts that the work aims to convey.
Setting the Mood:
Color can also help artists to construct a specific mood and emotional atmosphere in decorative oil paintings. For example, warm tones such as orange and red often create a warm, active atmosphere, while cool colors such as blue and purple often create a calm, mysterious atmosphere. Through the use of color, the artist is able to better shape the overall atmosphere and emotional effect of the work.
B. Common color matching and application techniques in decorative oil paintings
Contrasting color combinations:
In decorative oil paintings, contrasting colors are often used to enhance the visual impact and layering of the picture. For example, the use of contrasting colors such as red and green, blue and orange can make the picture more lively and lively, and also highlight the contrast and vividness of the colors.
Color Gradients & Transitions:
Decorative oil paintings often use color gradients and transitions to express light and shadow effects and spatial layers. Through the gradual change and transition of color, the artist is able to better express the three-dimensional and spatial sense of the object, making the picture richer and more diverse.
Rhythm and rhythm of color:
The use of color in decorative oil painting also focuses on the rhythm and rhythm of color. Through the repetition, variation and contrast of colors, the artist is able to create a sense of rhythm and dynamism in the picture, making the work more vivid and interesting.
Saturation and brightness of colors:
The saturation and brightness of the colors are also important considerations in decorative oil painting. By adjusting the saturation and brightness of the colors, the artist can achieve different visual effects and expressions, thereby enriching the expressiveness and visual effect of the work.
VI. Conclusion
In the fast-paced life of contemporary times, decorative oil painting, as an art form, is closely related to people's lives and reflects the aesthetic needs and emotional pursuits of contemporary society.
Aesthetic Escape and Spiritual Sustenance:
In the fast-paced modern life, people are often faced with great pressure and challenges. As an art form, decorative oil painting provides a space for people's aesthetic escape and spiritual sustenance. By appreciating decorative oil paintings, one can temporarily escape the hustle and bustle of reality, immerse themselves in the sea of art, and feel inner peace and tranquility.
Emotional Expression and Communication:
The complexity and complexity of interpersonal relationships in contemporary society make people more eager to express and communicate emotions. Through elements such as color, composition and theme, decorative oil painting can effectively convey the artist's emotions and thoughts, and communicate and exchange emotions with the audience. This kind of emotional resonance and interaction makes decorative oil painting have a more important meaning and role in contemporary society.
Reenactment and Memories of Life Scenes:
Decorative oil paintings often evoke memories and emotions of good times and happy memories through the reproduction and recollection of life scenes. In the fast-paced life, people often ignore the little bits and pieces of good and emotional experience in life. Through the reproduction of life scenes, natural scenery or human figures, decorative oil paintings allow people to re-examine life, understand the true meaning of life, and appreciate the beauty and meaning of life.
Author: Lu Xilin
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