Metropolitan Seminars in Art, Portfolio 6: Composition as Structure

Metropolitan Seminars in Art, Portfolio 6: Composition as Structure is a book written by John Edwin Canaday that explores the fundamentals of composition in art. This book is part of a series of seminars that aim to provide a comprehensive education in the visual arts. In this particular portfolio, Canaday focuses on the importance of structure in creating effective compositions. He covers topics such as balance, symmetry, rhythm, and proportion, and provides numerous examples from art history to illustrate his points. The book also includes practical exercises and assignments that allow readers to apply the concepts they have learned. These exercises range from simple drawing exercises to more complex projects that involve creating compositions with multiple elements. Overall, Metropolitan Seminars in Art, Portfolio 6: Composition as Structure is a valuable resource for anyone interested in improving their understanding of composition in art. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both beginners and more experienced artists.In Twelve Portfolios.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.