Not all drawing needs to be with a pen and paper. Today I was inspired by one of Matisse’s cut out figures.
Matisse’s light blue figure looks so feminine and still very strong or powerful. I was not as easy as you might think.
Later in the day, I glued the cut-a-way pieces to a card to create even more strong female figures. This additive approach was easier for me to do than the cut away.
I think shape is one of the first things we learn when we start to draw. It can be stimulating to circle back to the basics and explore the basic elements of design like shape, line and value in isolated projects.
The Challenge
Cut and play with simple shapes to convey your message. See if you can capture it’s essence in the shape. You could:
- Simplify a figurative image of your own
- Copy a master like Matisse and then go in your own direction
- Keep it easy and fun
If you want to explore with the support of an online class then check out the current workshops that are being offered.
