Composition in Art

[@ekoi1995]

2:04 contrast 2:47 isolation 3:32 placement 4:14 convergence 4:54 the unsual 5:38 Principles of Design ∟6:26 balance ∟8:18 movement ∟10:15 rhythm ∟11:26 harmony and unity ∟13:30 emphasis ∟14:28 Variety 15:51 positive and negative space 18:02 planning 19:53 rule of thirds 21:30 diagonals 22:02 odd numbers

[@bqwtie760]

Thanks a lot, truly appreciated

[@KobinaAddo]

Thanks

[@avnixx420]

Thank you omg

[@jetesouhaitepleindebonheur]

You are a god

[@ClockedByAClock]

Thank shrek

[@jamesmcmullen817]

Finally, someone actually talks about one of the most necessary yet underappreciated subjects of art.

[@keepyourshoesathedoor]

To who?👀

[@dianapusey5986]

Yeah 😊

[@sameerahinsanally735]

Hi, I totally agree

[@ninja_tony]

@@keepyourshoesathedoorwhat? Your comment doesn’t make sense.

[@luluhe676]

The way this guy is seated in the video and the video background is an homage to the importance of composition.

[@Bearwithme560]

That occurred to me immediately before reading your comment!

[@joyannesloan8384]

What a truly excellent video! I earned a bachelor of fine arts degree and never had such clear or comprehensive instruction on these subjects at any point during college. Thank you very much.

[@anandhua.b4589]

these tips are priceless even if you are not into painting it applies to almost all kinds of imagery such as photography

[@sirmanki]

Yes!

[@luvnael7522]

This single video made me feel like I am a genius now. Great job.

[@Lola-yu3nl]

Luvnael I like that self confidence keep it up and always be positive stranger!

[@luvnael7522]

@@BonRain8734 that's where the word "feel" really matters

[@luvnael7522]

@@Lola-yu3nl i'm this kind of person who's always positive, thanks a lot and I wish the same for you !

[@diamandcharme-kerhorest7221]

I really love your profile picture! The lips are so pretty!

[@dianapusey5986]

Good

[@IsabellaARtstudio]

I was drawing a portrait, but soon realized that I struggled with the basics of composition and I came back to look for a detail tutorial. This one is the best!

[@towakun6678]

Such a good video! I do know some principles of composition but I often find myself being a little overwhelmed when it comes to composing the actual image. That's why I usually start with a rough painting and play around with it until I find something that "works". Whenever I try to do thumbnails I notice it's quite difficult for me to come up with different composition and I think I just found out why thanks to this video! I don't actually think about those individual principles enough and since I've always just "pushed the paint around until it looks okay" I never even let myself play around with things like variety, contrast, unity etc they're always an afterthought... the next time I start an image I will deliberatly create thumbnails based on these principles! I might even make a list and try to combine and emphasize different things based on the everything mentioned in this video!

[@revbyrd]

I spent four years at art collage and did not get half the information you just shared. THANK YOU !

[@lindifleeman9837]

Thank you Matt. I'm a retired Correctional officer and was forced into retirement by age 32. The max prison is a focal point in society with what bad means. The way you describe composition , I'm trying to tell my story with how I feel about prisons. What they do to both. The correctional officer and the prisoner have similar roles. I want to.story tell without involving the cell. A cell.would be a focal point. Daily I'm painting and trying to become a beginner artist about what prisons do to the mind and body. I love a salvador dali approach.

[@petralous]

Where can I see our paintings? I got interested

[@stevesidare2493]

Variety: something commercial radio stations should learn.

[@benjaminfelis]

Create focal points through: 1. Contrast 2. Isolation 3. Placement (Rule of thirds) 4. Convergence 5. Unsual Elements Principles of design: 1. Balance 2. Movement (Guide/engage the viewer) 3. Rhythm (Repetition/Motive) 4. Harmony & Unity 5. Emphasis 6. Variety (combine with harmony) Apart from that: 1. Positive & negative space 2. Planning (Thumbnails) 3. Rule of thirds (The „golden“ rule 4. Static & dynamic composition 5. Odd numbers (3, 5, 7….objects) Thank you so much for this great tutorial!!🙏🏻

[@Flowerbloom-ft7ru]

I remember finding an art work on my explore page in instagram, it was great but it just felt uncomfortable to watch because the artist painted the top purt more softly and well blended while the bottom was abstract and full of contrast colors, I wished they would’ve painted the whole painting like the bottom part and I didn’t understand why I felt that way, and now I understand, this is a very important topic for artists 👍

[@martynsnan]

Informative, in-depth explanation of composition. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@fixedcamera1000]

i think my art suffers from zero planning and me just wanting to draw and hope it works after

[@Loveyourself21072]

Me too lol

[@kellyspear9778]

Me too

[@fosterhazziez]

Woooow my life

[@gilianngonzalez2854]

I've watched this video four times, and every time I've learned something new.

[@crowofcainhurst]

Your video gives me the most valuable lesson in art ever! Thank you so much!!!

[@Off_pudding]

You are an amazing instructor, this is the best video I've found on this subject. I appreciate the level of detail, explanations and examples used. Thank you.

[@inspireintrigue]

I learned all of this in very expensive art school. But I forgot most of it and this video brought it all right back !

[@dorothykernoghan8908]

I have watched several lessons on composition , yours was the easiest to understand , I will try out the things I have learned

[@AjeebMan]

Great video, clear and easy to re-visit for information. Thanks a lot!

[@JDLandscapePainter]

One of the best videos on youtube on composition!

[@presenceof]

Bruh I've never seen a more helpful video on a topic....ever.

[@gardenstate91]

Thank you for sharing these information in such an entertaining and witty way. I took a lot of notes, but would definitely come back to review these concepts from time to time.

[@BayanSarmini]

This is so informative! , Thank you for this amazing video!

[@najubudeen6294]

Your video has good composition. The background elements in the video point you.👍👍

[@ijyoyo]

Thank you for giving me more vocabulary to look up and to use in my work ! You’re awesome !

[@thevirtualinstructor]

Any time!

[@DS40764]

Thank you. My go to, for basic art fundamentals and more. You make composition simple to understand and to break down

[@DwarfDragonwulf]

I often take notes when I watch your videos, as I did again this time. I have made up little thumbnail booklets, and these are great for taking notes... I got an A3 sheet of paper folded and cut it up into postcard size and then punched some holes down the centre and did a very basic binding. Divided each page up into four thumbnails. Made a bunch of them, have one in each sketchbook and extras.

[@Sandstimes]

For digital artists a good way to quickly achieve that harmony/unity is to put a gradient map on a lower opacity over the image (I prefer to do this early on in the process and paint over it but it works in a pinch at the end too)

[@mathilda6763]

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Hahahaha! That has got to be the sweetest thing a person from a another country has ever said about our language in the U.S...though I do understand you were complimenting the host of this channel. Nonetheless, usually all I hear are complaints about our language, as if other languages have no odd accents to them at times and don’t have a bit of the ridiculous to them as well. I normally just roll my eyes when I hear the criticism. I was even talking to my oldest son and his wife about it today. But you, you made my day. 😘

[@isabelkoslowsky8214]

Such valuable & well covered knowledge/reminder for all levels. It reminded me of how to "unstuck" a piece. Thank you so much for making this knowledge so accessible to others. Especially in such high quality 🙏☺️

[@MrBillkaz]

In a sentence or two could you really \ help me out and briefly summarize on stock maybe like a metaphor example I really appreciate it I think I might know what you mean ....but then again I might not know... It's weird how my brain works composition is something that I had to rudely remind myself that I need to start paying more attention very specific attention and I get a little overwhelmed with trying to identify and snap photos with a consistent above or average composition

[@isabelkoslowsky8214]

@@MrBillkaz Thank you for reaching out. It can definitely get overwhelming, but be kind to yourself. It takes time and practice, but you will absolutely get there! With practice you will additionally develop a gut feeling for if something feels visually pleasing etc. With "stuck" I actually mean being overwhelmed. Imagine a large crowd of people while trying to find your friend. You sort of focusing on everything at ones at first.Its busy, loud and most likely overwhelming. However you break it down to key points/ instructions/or a map direction of where your friend is waiting for you the stress becomes most likely a little easier to handle as you have a tool/focus/intention.. I hope this somehow makes sense. In this case your friends are the tools for creating such as composition, color theory etc. You do not always have to relat to them, but it make a huge difference to have them in your life! I see it as going back to my "tool box" or roots whenever i am lost in my painting (in the crowd ;) for example. I would recommend to pick photos of yours and download copyright free images and compare what you like, dont like etc. Practice for yourself with your cropping tool on your computer as it shows you the lines of the "rule of 3rd" and you can change your own images in an easy way and get to compare them if you save a copy. Or draw little thumbnails and try different designs to see what may work best overall. This would be good if you have an idea/intention for a piece for example. Composition in a nutshell is about what draws our intention, makes us feel a certain emotion about a piece and what is pleasing to our eye based on how we function as humans. Nature is the best example. I hope this helps in some way. Enjoy your learning and creating 🙏

[@sriramulu.mayiladuthurai]

Very fine explanation. With suitable clipping s .THANK YOU MASTER.👌👍👏👏👏🌷🌹🎨🎨🎨🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@alisonhendry2928]

Thunderous applause! Thank you for this highly informative yet simply well explained concept that I find the most difficult to get into my brain. This video is making me explore what else you have in your program! I am excited! The best video on this subject n KZbin!

[@smilebrightly3666]

Thank you for sharing this video! I can see myself revisiting this video regularly. Thank you!

[@PipReads]

This video was so useful in helping me to analyse my own work. Why some things I do look WOW and some are just ok. Thanks a bunch for this! Now off to draw a million thumbnails.

[@oleksandrkozyr2434]

Very valuable information. Thank you! It’s a treat to have this channel available. I can’t even imagine how much time and effort you put in your videos.

[@KejiOwO]

Thanks for the video! Very easy to understand for someone who doesn't know anything about composition!

[@Lenaboo3]

Really excellent and super helpful summary! Thank you!

[@blue.orchid.coaching]

Thanks for sharing your talent, knowledge and experience. Such a great resource!

[@lavi_nagar]

Great keep it up ♥️♥️

[@fatimas5682]

I like the way he says diagonals, also such an informative lesson!

[@thokchomjayshree8089]

So patiently explained. You never rush through it. Thank you

[@BadgerandBee]

Clear, concise, informative...well done

[@liamdoyle4257]

Wow this has really been a great learning tool. Thank you so much for teaching for teaching us the very important and sometimes overlooked subjects of the arting world

[@jackkennedy1300]

😘😘 wise words from a wise person

[@davidjonescua]

this video is underrated and deserves more views!

[@sharonsfavoritethings]

Thank you for your videos and sharing your knowledge.

[@robmcafe]

Really handy, I've gotta teach some kids tomorrow about composition and this covers everything!

[@hikarumeo7236]

''its definitely not about talent. Composition is about understanding how your viewers will interact with what you create'' Min 23:10

[@SW-kq3eq]

Thank you for providing this information in a clear format.

[@isaamaandaa]

*such an informative video, so simplified. i feel like i'm learning so much, love your explanations on each point and how you show examples for better understanding.* ✨

[@victormunduruca]

Exactly what I was looking for!! Thank you so much for the free content

[@cnash5647]

I thought I sucked at drawing. Actually I just lack a good composition. Damn....

[@sega_sistarz]

Same!

[@chillaxboi2109]

I still suck

[@animationspace8550]

I suck at both

[@ZaidAlmymoni]

This is the best leeson I have ever seen about compsition. Thank you so mutch

[@andreavignes3153]

Loved this video!!!!!! Learned a lot. Explained very well.

[@verushckacizzelle7403]

Priceless information. I love the examples.

[@billyplante5779]

Thanks for the video, really enjoy the advise and knowledge you have

[@raeddalii]

How to create a focal point: Contrast (of hue, texture or value) Isolation Placement (at the centre, Rule of thirds) Convergence Use of the unusual Principles of design: Balance Proportion Movement Rhythm Harmony Unity Emphasis Variety + Positive and negative space Planning Rule of thirds Use of diagonals Using odd numbers

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Great teacher🙏

[@SheilaLandry]

Thank you! This was so well-explained and full of wonderful tips! I have been recently following your videos and feel this one is a treasure. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us. :)

[@theoversouls]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial! I appreciate the clear explanation and examples without the 200+ "uhh's" that I usually run across.

[@dusky7611]

this video is great! You talk in a very interesting way and give easy to understand examples, I am satisfied that I found this video, cause I had almost no idea about making compositions of my works

[@LeeRaldar]

Excellent presentation that has broken a lot of bad habits.

[@sooderso6099]

Great, helpful video. Thank you so much!

[@thevirtualinstructor]

Thanks!

[@madiha_tanveer273]

This was so fun to watch and i learned alot! Thanks for sharing this video.

[@craigruchman7007]

Priceless info for the photographer as well

[@zeecolson6838]

Thank you so much. This confused me for the longest time.

[@jeanietesta]

Very informative... now to achieve it in my watercolor painting 🖼 thank you

[@tricciavillela]

Thank you so much for this wonderful and valuable vídeo, these are gold tips and I'll definitely use all of them 🙏

[@rohanamor4323]

THIS IS THE VERY CORE OF OF ART!!

[@lemonke8132]

This is awesome and i feel like it applies to all mediums of art, even game design

[@jacruick]

Excellent video on working art...!

[@avantika6438]

Thank you sir for sharing your knowledge actually I am very bad in making composition but after seeing your videos I think I can do this

[@pallavibhandari4395]

Thank you for the video .. hope I will learn and apply this in my art !

[@taktak7353]

Thanks for telling it in a clear way. This explonation is the best.

[@Eman-wm1ns]

thank you! Finally i feel like I understood something about composition

[@gordonagent7037]

Excellent explanation, made a lot of sense and will help me plan my compositions much better

[@hikarumeo7236]

He really good at explaining thing and teaching 💕🌸 thank you for this video

[@vivthevivacious]

FANTASTIC!!! I learned a lot, thanks

[@Tossykk15]

it really is an excellent video, and many points were touched. on the other hand i thinks its not always important to plan a composition, if u work with materials thaa can correct each other and work together. also, 2 objects on a picture is a really popular thing in art, and even tho they actually can be arguing, i wouldn't say it was showed too well on a video. as an addition, would be nice to hear more about unbalanced composition, which does also take pace a lot. 💖

[@milagrosmiranda7374]

Great lesson! Thanks Matt! All the best!

[@DanceUnderInfluence]

Great video, very helpful. Thank you!

[@Olav3D]

Really well made, took a lot of notes!

[@Aiasmor]

Thank you, from a beginner painter!

[@cynthia_artistpro]

Wow! Lovin this video! Thank you!

[@rebanelson607]

Excellent lesson. Many thanks!

[@SDart15]

Amazing video... Thanks for explaining in so much detail😊

[@NajamQureshi]

Pictorial Composition by Henry Rankin Poore is a great resource. So as Practice of Art by J.D. Harding, but difficult to read because victorian writing style (Like reading Dickens) in favour of extremely well explained concepts. Birge Harrison is also great but doesn't go into depth.

[@tomasmontagna9095]

Thank you for sharing, such complete knowledge. Very helpful

[@BigTrixxx]

Great and informative Video!

[@artdhananjay]

Watched a nice and interesting creative video... Amazing!

[@johnhoward1154]

Fantastic info!

[@zahramohamadi5952]

Thanks for this awesome video.

[@szahir2010]

Thank you so much sir.... Thank you youtube..... Such a great and easy to understand very carefully made video. I suggest one thing to the video editor that the images should be on screen until they are discussed. Images just flash and go before we could understand them.

[@Onegreenworld1199]

Great video. Thank you!

[@sweetkiwicakes]

Wonderfully said!

[@farnoush367]

What a great video 🙏🏻

[@nanonano03]

Thank you, sensei! this was very informative!

[@markaugustus4064]

Thanks for you very thorough exposition. Love the accent!

[@elizabethwallace-donnelly.2356]

I am learning so much from this Video... Thank you