~~~ THE VIGNETTE ~~~
A small colorful unfinished watercolor simply defined
A small colorful unfinished watercolor simply defined
Here are some
guidelines:
(1) The sketch is small-postcard size.
(2) Sketch does not
extend into any of the corners.
(3) The design should touch the sides at least
once but need not touch all 4 sides.
(4) The composition is the cruciform.
What is a Cruciform? A
cruciform is created when dominate vertical and horizontal shapes intersect.
Where these shapes converge it is an ideal place for establishing your center
of interest. The intersection is off center both vertically and horizontally. Care
should be taken not to have the intersection in the dead center of the paper. The
corners are simplified creating negative space.
A few quick sketches to show vertical and horizontal bands of a design using the cruciform.
Brenda
Beautiful transparent watercolor, and a good review of how to make it work. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed it!
DeleteA beautiful small lesson, Brenda. I will remember it.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lee!
DeleteShort, sweet and informative! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteLess is more!
DeleteThank you Brenda!
ReplyDeletevery helpful! thanks for sharing! love your work!
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