Week 1: Introduction to Composition and Visual Components

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Instructor: Steve Huston
Subjects: Art Theory
Topics: Composition, Design
Mediums: Marker
Duration: 1h 25m 45s

In week one, instructor Steve Huston will introduce you to the basics of composition. You will explore the main visual components that make up a successful image, such as line and shape, while studying the definition of art. Steve will show you several books from Bruce Block, John Truby, and Edgar Payne as valuable references for this subject of study.

Throughout this course, you’ll have access to the NMA community for feedback and critiques to improve your work as you progress.

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