Before linear perspective, artists used a few specific techniques to suggest distance in landscapes, though none of them followed a consistent geometric rule. They just used intuitive perspective instead of mathematical perspective. The transition from hierarchical scale to geometry space: (pre-renaissance-Medieval, Byzantine, early Gothic) The most common method was called vertical stacking. If an artistContinue reading “Linear Perspective”
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Social Norms about What is Fair- What fairness means
Fairness in social norms, what distribution of resources, opportunities and treatment is acceptable and justified. Different cultures have different ideas about what’s fair. What seems obviously fair to one culture might seem completely unjust to another. In America Many Americans believe fairness means: “Everyone gets the same opportunity to compete, and whoever works hardest orContinue reading “Social Norms about What is Fair- What fairness means”
Indian Textile
Indian textiles were the best in the world for centuries due to a combination of superior raw materials, advanced techniques, skilled craftsmanship, and accumulated expertise. Superior Raw Materials Best cotton in the world: India grew exceptional varieties of cotton, particularly in regions like Gujarat, Bengal, and the Deccan. Indian cotton had superior fiber length andContinue reading “Indian Textile”
More art related quotes 2023
Not repeating from the previous posts To rebel or revolt against the status quo is in the very nature of an artist. Uta Hagen For me the grotesque is necessary to understand beauty. David Altmejd Buy Art because you like it, not as an investment. Buy Art as a Custodian, and not as a Collector.Continue reading “More art related quotes 2023”
Art/Style and Creativity Related Quotes|Quotes from Artists
All Other Quotes Art My photographs recall the memories of the human race. John Coplans Beauty will save the world Fyodor Dostoevsky ”The principle of true art is not to portray, but to evoke.” Art must be parochial in the beginning to be cosmopolitan in the end. George Moore Art is a subject that isContinue reading “Art/Style and Creativity Related Quotes|Quotes from Artists”
