Matisse Explained in 11 minutes

This video illustrates how asymmetrical balance and the brightness/weight illusion are used to create structure in the paintings of Henri Matisse.
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Click the link below for an explanation asymmetrical balance and the brightness/weight illusion:
• Composition Video

[@whitneywong8340]

Thanks for the video!

[@paulfremes]

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Paul

[@muzikhed]

Interesting your observations.

[@paulfremes]

Thank you for your comment. If you are interested to explore this further there is a no-cost Meetup where participants discover how to use these ideas and collaborate on creating during this online experience. I've included a link for you, below: www.meetup.com/greatestphotoworkshoponearth/

[@whitneywong8340]

Edgar Payne's composition book has some sketches on what you're talking about.

[@paulfremes]

Thank you for your comment and for pointing me in the direction of Edgar Payne. Looking at his work and teachings he seemed to be on the right track. However, in my opinion Mr. Payne did not fully understand these concepts.