Designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, the Statue of Liberty is in the Neoclassical style. Neoclassical figures generally convey a sense of calm and restraint. Emotional expression is often subdued, reflecting the stoicism and rationality associated with classical Greek and Roman ideals.
Pouty face Liberty
When viewed from below, the Statue of Liberty has a different expression than when viewed straight on. From below, as her temple curves back, her eyes slope down. Her brows curve back, the shapes slope downward on the outside, angling upward at the bridge of the nose, giving her the appearance of being near tears.
She has a sad, pouty, pleading expression.
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When viewed straight on, her brows are straight. Her eyes are direct, with the focus of a warrier.
Until I saw this view, I had not realized the fierce intensity of our Lady Liberty.
Speaking of restraint, have you ever noticed the broken chains by her ankles?
The chains symbolize freedom and liberation from oppression. Liberty is a survivor.
Red Cadmium Red: “Matisse was much taken with this strong new red, which has excellent stability. He recounts that he attempted, unsuccessfully, to persuade Renoir to adopt a “cadmium red” in place of the traditional cinnabar. Matisse inherited the use of intense cadmium red, a 19th century invention, from the Impressionists. The critic John Rusell …
I have a guest V. Note today from our printmaking instructor Nikki Barber. Back in April 2020, Nikki interviewed Sam Davidson, of Davidson Galleries in Seattle. Nikki asked Sam about his favorite works in the Davidson collection. This is a delightful interview about a variety of printmaking artists around the globe, with interesting work I …
V. Notes are daily–ish thoughts and ideas related to art. I might post a series of pictures, a technique, an idea for a project, or some philosophical rambling. I try to make these emails relevant, but they’re not pre-planned, and they’re not perfect. They’re just thoughts in the moment, take ’em or leave ’em. Hopefully they’ll spark some thoughts and help get your artistic …
The Big League Show’s Call for Art (deadline April 28) said artwork must be framed. My apologies. Framing is nifty, but your artwork does not need to be framed. Correction to the League Call for Art: Artwork must be ready to hang. What does “ready to hang” mean? Basically, it means your artwork needs a …
Liberty looks pissed
Designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, the Statue of Liberty is in the Neoclassical style. Neoclassical figures generally convey a sense of calm and restraint. Emotional expression is often subdued, reflecting the stoicism and rationality associated with classical Greek and Roman ideals.
When viewed from below, the Statue of Liberty has a different expression than when viewed straight on. From below, as her temple curves back, her eyes slope down. Her brows curve back, the shapes slope downward on the outside, angling upward at the bridge of the nose, giving her the appearance of being near tears.
She has a sad, pouty, pleading expression.
–
When viewed straight on, her brows are straight. Her eyes are direct, with the focus of a warrier.
Until I saw this view, I had not realized the fierce intensity of our Lady Liberty.
Speaking of restraint, have you ever noticed the broken chains by her ankles?
The chains symbolize freedom and liberation from oppression. Liberty is a survivor.
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V. Notes are daily–ish thoughts and ideas related to art. I might post a series of pictures, a technique, an idea for a project, or some philosophical rambling. I try to make these emails relevant, but they’re not pre-planned, and they’re not perfect. They’re just thoughts in the moment, take ’em or leave ’em. Hopefully they’ll spark some thoughts and help get your artistic …
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The Big League Show’s Call for Art (deadline April 28) said artwork must be framed. My apologies. Framing is nifty, but your artwork does not need to be framed. Correction to the League Call for Art: Artwork must be ready to hang. What does “ready to hang” mean? Basically, it means your artwork needs a …