Summary:
This paper explores the importance and significance of oil brush stroke design in artistic creation, as well as its long-term impact on aesthetic practice. Firstly, the basic concepts and technical characteristics of brushstrokes in oil painting are introduced, and then the expression of brushstrokes in artworks and the emotions and artistic conceptions they convey are discussed.
I. Introduction
Oil painting brushstrokes refer to the brush stroke techniques and techniques used by artists when painting oil paintings. It is one of the most direct and significant visual elements in oil paintings, carrying the artist's emotions, thoughts and aesthetic pursuits. The shape, rhythm, thickness, lightness and heaviness of the brushstrokes of oil painting directly affect the viewer's perception and experience of the work. In the creation of oil paintings, the artist can express a rich variety of emotions, atmospheres and artistic conceptions through the skillful use of brushstrokes, so that the works have profound artistic charm and aesthetic significance.
II. Basic Concepts of Oil Painting Brushstrokes
A. The process of the formation of brushstrokes
The formation process of oil painting brushstrokes refers to the visual effect and artistic expression produced by the artist through the interaction between the brush, the pigment and the canvas when painting the oil painting. The formation process mainly includes the following aspects:
Brush Selection & Preparation: Artists first need to choose the right brush based on the theme and expressive needs of the work. Different types of brushes (e.g., brushes, flat pens, round pens, etc.) have different brush effects, and artists need to choose according to their creative intentions and style. Before use, it is also necessary to make proper preparations for the brush, such as cleaning, adjusting the humidity and elasticity of the brush, etc., to ensure the use effect and comfort of the brush.
Pigment matching and blending: When creating oil paintings, artists need to choose the appropriate pigments according to the needs of the work, and make appropriate blending and matching. Different pigments have different colors, textures, and malleability, and artists can create a variety of color effects and textures by mixing different proportions and mixing different pigments.
Brush Stroke Application: When painting oil paintings, the artist uses different brush strokes and techniques to paint by controlling parameters such as the force, speed and angle of the brush. Common brushstroke techniques include stippling, scribbling, scribbling, and swiping, and artists can flexibly use these techniques to create according to the needs of the work and personal style.
Interaction between canvas and paint: In the process of oil painting, the texture of the canvas and the nature of the pigment also have an important influence on the formation of the brushstrokes. Canvases with different textures have different water absorption and ductility, while the viscosity and fluidity of the pigments also affect the texture and effect of the brushstrokes. Artists need to master the interaction between canvas and pigment through practice and experience to achieve the ideal brushstroke effect.
B. Classification and characteristics of brushstrokes
Oil brushstrokes can be divided into various types according to their shape, rhythm and characteristics. Common classifications of oil brush strokes include the following:
Pointillism: Pointillism is when an artist gently touches the canvas with a brush to form a stroke in the shape of a small dot or square. Pointillism can create a delicate, soft texture and is often used to depict details and express a light atmosphere.
Line strokes: A line is a pattern of lines drawn by a brush on a canvas. Line strokes can be divided into thick and thin lines, and by controlling the pressure and speed of the brush, artists can create line effects of different thicknesses, lengths, and straightness.
Smudge Strokes: Smudge is when an artist applies paint to a canvas with a brush or brush to create rich color gradations and texture variations. Smudge strokes are often used to express large areas of color and texture, with a rough, heavy visual effect.
Brushstrokes: Brushstrokes are when the artist creates a scattered, flowing brushstroke effect on the canvas by quickly waving a brush or brush. Brushstrokes are often used to express dynamism and emotional impulses, and have the artistic characteristics of unrestrained and vivid.
III. 油画笔触与视觉美感
A. The effect of brushstrokes on the overall aesthetic of the picture
Oil brushstrokes play a crucial role in the picture, not only as a presentation of the subject, but also as a contributor to the overall aesthetic. Through the use of brushstrokes, the artist can create a variety of visual effects, thus influencing the viewer's overall perception and appreciation of the picture.
First of all, the thickness, density and texture of the brushstrokes directly affect the texture and layering of the picture. Rough and heavy brushstrokes will make the picture appear thick and three-dimensional, giving people the feeling of touch, and enhancing the three-dimensional sense and texture of the work. The delicate and gentle brushstrokes can create a soft and delicate texture, making the picture more gentle and feminine. By combining and using different types of brushstrokes, artists can create a colorful and layered visual effect in the picture, thereby enhancing the overall aesthetic of the work.
Secondly, the way and technique of brushstrokes also have an important impact on the overall beauty of the picture. Different brushstroke techniques can present different lines, shapes and textures, thus giving the work a unique artistic expression and aesthetic charm. For example, the dot painting technique can make the picture present a delicate and three-dimensional effect, the line technique can enhance the dynamic and rhythmic sense of the picture, the smearing technique can enrich the color level, and the swaying technique can create an unrestrained and free atmosphere. By using these techniques, the artist can display a variety of brushstrokes in the picture, making the work richer and more vivid.
B. The role of brushstrokes on the viewer's emotional experience
Oil painting brushstrokes are not only the decoration of the picture, but also the guide and expression of the viewer's emotional experience. Through the careful use of brushstrokes, the artist can express a variety of emotions and emotions in the picture, which arouses empathy and emotional resonance in the viewer.
First of all, the texture, form, and rhythm of the brushstrokes can directly affect the viewer's emotional experience. The rough and heavy brushstrokes often give people a feeling of heaviness and oppression, showing the deep pain and uneasiness of the author, while the delicate and soft brushstrokes will make the viewer feel warmth and tenderness, showing the warmth and kindness of the author's heart. Through the rational use of different types of brushstrokes, artists can express a rich variety of emotions and emotions in their works, triggering emotional resonance and emotional experience in the viewer.
Secondly, the use of brushstrokes and techniques can also trigger the viewer's emotional experience through visual effects. For example, the fluidity and discontinuity of the strokes, the passion and calmness of the brushstrokes, and the indulgence and control of the brushstrokes will all outline different emotional pictures and experiences in the viewer's mind. Through the use of different brushstroke techniques, the artist can carefully shape a variety of emotional expressions, so that the viewer can deeply immerse themselves in the ocean of emotions while appreciating the works.
IV. The aesthetic meaning of the brushstrokes in oil painting
A. The aesthetic values and historical origins of brushstrokes
The aesthetic values and historical origins of oil brushstrokes can be traced back to the Renaissance, especially in the works of masters such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. During the Renaissance, artists began to pursue accurate depictions of reality and realistic representations of forms, and the advent of oil painting provided them with a broader space for expression. At the time, brushstrokes were seen as a demonstration of the artist's personality and technical level, and their aesthetic value was mainly reflected in the delicate treatment of color, form and texture.
With the passage of time, artists of different periods and genres have developed different understandings and pursuits of the aesthetic value of brushstrokes. For example, in the Impressionist movement, artists tried to express their intuitive perception of reality by capturing the changes of light, shadow and color, and they paid more attention to the lightness, freedom and speed of brushstrokes, and pursued to leave a momentary imprint and emotional flow in the picture. In the post-impressionist and expressionist periods, some artists placed more emphasis on the expressiveness and emotional expression of brushstrokes, expressing the conflicts and contradictions of the inner world through rough and intense brushstrokes.
B. The relationship between brushstrokes and artistic style
There is an inseparable relationship between the brushstrokes and the artistic style of oil painting, and the use of brushstrokes and techniques are often one of the important expressions of artistic style. Different artistic styles have different pursuits and requirements for brushstrokes, thus shaping their own distinctive brushstroke expressions.
In the art styles of classicism and realism, brushstrokes are often seen as accurate depictions of reality and realistic representations of forms, and artists pursue fine processing of details and accurate representation of colors. Therefore, the brushstrokes are often delicate and accurate, striving to achieve visual realism and realistic effects.
In the artistic styles of impressionism and post-impressionism, brushstrokes are more expressed as the intuitive feeling of light, shadow and color and the expression of emotional flow. Artists focus on capturing the imprint of moments and the flow of emotions, so the brushstrokes often show the characteristics of lightness, freedom and speed, emphasizing the emotional interpretation of color and form.
In the artistic styles of Expressionism and Abstract Expressionism, brushstrokes are more expressed as direct expressions of emotions and emotions in the inner world. The artists express the conflicts and contradictions of the inner world through rough and intense brushstrokes, emphasizing the direct expression and expressiveness of emotions and forms.
V. The aesthetic practice of brushstrokes in oil painting
A. The artist's brushstrokes express the style
The artist's brushstroke expression style is an important part of his personal artistic style, reflecting his unique understanding and interpretation of artistic expression and aesthetic pursuit. Each artist has his own unique language of brushstrokes, and through the use of brushstrokes and the exploration of techniques, he constantly enriches and perfects his own artistic style.
Morphology and Characteristics of Brushstrokes: Different artists present obvious individuality characteristics in the form and characteristics of brushstrokes. Some artists like to use rough and heavy brushstrokes, emphasizing the texture and layering of the lines, and expressing inner impulses and passions, while others prefer delicate and soft brushstrokes, pursuing the peace and softness of the picture, and expressing the delicacy and warmth of the heart. The different forms of brushstrokes reflect the artist's different understandings and pursuits of artistic expression and aesthetic emotion.
Techniques for the use of brushstrokes: The artist also presents a variety of characteristics in the use of brushstrokes. Some artists are good at using dot painting techniques to create delicate and three-dimensional picture effects through dots and dots; some artists are good at using line techniques to express the dynamic and rhythmic sense of the picture through the ups and downs and changes of lines; and some artists like to use smearing techniques to boldly apply paint to the canvas to create a variety of color layers and texture effects. Each technique represents the artist's unique understanding and expression of brushstrokes.
Emotional expression of brushstrokes: The artist's brushstrokes are not only the use of forms and techniques, but also the expression of emotions and emotions. Through the texture, form, and use of brushstrokes, artists can express a rich variety of emotions and emotions in their hearts, triggering resonance and emotional experience in the viewer. Some artists express the heaviness and depression of the heart through thick and rich brushstrokes, while others express the warmth and tenderness of the heart through delicate and soft brushstrokes. Each emotional expression is the artist's personalized artistic language, reflecting his unique understanding and comprehension of life, emotions and beauty.
B. The audience's brushstrokes, feelings and evaluations
The audience's feelings and evaluations of the brushstrokes of oil paintings are important feedback on the aesthetic value and artistic effect of the artwork, reflecting the audience's understanding and recognition of artistic expression and aesthetic pursuit.
Viewer's Experience: Different viewers will have different experiences with the brushstrokes. Some viewers may prefer rough and heavy brushstrokes because they can bring them strong visual impact and emotional shock, while others may prefer delicate and soft brushstrokes because they can bring them a warm and comfortable emotional experience. The perception and experience of different audiences depends on their individual aesthetic tastes and emotional needs.
Audience's evaluation criteria: The audience's evaluation criteria for oil painting brushstrokes are mainly reflected in the recognition and appreciation of the brushstroke form, use techniques and emotional expression. Generally speaking, the audience will appreciate those unique forms, skillful techniques, and sincere emotional expressions, because this expression can bring them artistic pleasure and emotional resonance. Expressions of mediocre form, ordinary technique, and bland emotion may be less recognized and appreciated.
The audience's aesthetic concept: The audience's aesthetic concept also has an important impact on the perception and evaluation of the brushstrokes of oil painting. Some viewers may prefer traditional, realistic brushstrokes because they believe that they can reflect the beauty and authenticity of the real world to the greatest extent, while others may be more interested in abstract and expressionist brushstrokes, because they believe that this kind of expression can better reflect the expression and emotional pursuit of the artist's inner world.
VI. Conclusion
Expressing a personalized artistic style: Brushstrokes are one of the important means for artists to express their personalized artistic style. Through the unique treatment of brushstroke forms, techniques and emotional expressions, different artists present their own unique artistic languages and aesthetic pursuits, thus showing a rich and colorful artistic style.
Convey emotions and artistic conceptions: Brushstrokes can convey the artist's inner emotions and artistic conceptions, so that the viewer can have a resonance and emotional experience when appreciating the work. Rough and heavy brushstrokes may express inner impulses and passions, while delicate and soft brushstrokes may express inner warmth and tenderness, and different emotional expressions bring different feelings and inspiration to the viewer.
Enrich the level and texture of the picture: The use of brushstrokes can enrich the level and texture of the picture, and enhance the three-dimensional sense and visual effect of the work. Through the skillful use of pointillism, line, smearing and other techniques, the artist is able to create a rich variety of color layers and textures, making the work more vivid and attractive.
Guide the viewer's aesthetic perspective: Brush stroke design is not only the artist's personal creative behavior, but also the guidance and inspiration of the viewer's aesthetic perspective. Through the careful design and treatment of brushstrokes, the artist guides the viewer to pay attention to the important elements and emotional connotations in the work, and arouses the viewer's in-depth thinking and perception of the artwork.
Author: Lu Xilin
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