So last time I spoke about studying composition through simple three value studies of master works. That covers only one or two aspects of composition, next I like to do small gouache studies. Although my artist of choice this time (James Bama) often chooses a straight forward composition, using value and color to create to same break-up this is not always the case. It can be an interesting exercise to see if an artist creates a different composition with color than with value.
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I'm always trying to improve my compositions in the thumbnail/sketch phases, but it never occurred to me how valuable doing a master study breakdown of another illustrators work can offer insight into a better compositional decisions.
Barry- you should definitely try some, they are fun and educational. Best of all you can do them in little short block when you don't have time to do much else.
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