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Saturday, March 11, 2017

Design & Composition Basics: Notan

Design and Composition: Notan

Design and Composition: Notan


The purpose of this class is to set forth a new way to think about art. We will explore new approaches to design & composition, including Nōtan (濃淡) a Japanese design concept involving the play and placement of light and dark elements.

Notan by Christy Olsen

Meets: (2) Saturday Afternoons 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM (3-hour duration)
Dates: Mar. 11, 18 in 2017
Location: TPS Art Center (2447 N. Los Altos, Tucson, Arizona 85705)

Instructor: Christy Olsen
Format: Demonstration, lecture, & one-on-one instruction provided during hands-on practice.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Medium: Graphite, Pen & Ink
Technique: Design & Composition
Materials: The instructor will email the materials list prior to the first day of class.


Resources


Participants' Work & Demo

Participants' Work

See below.

Using Paper Cut-Outs to Create A Design

Using Paper Cut-Outs to Create A Design

Using Paper Cut-Outs to Create A Design

Final Designs