Composition, Non-composition

Composition, Non-composition
Author: Jacques Lucan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Architectural design
ISBN: 9780415641111

In architecture, composition refers to the conception of a building according to principles of regularity and hierarchy, or according to the principles of obtaining equilibrium. However, it is not until the beginning of the nineteenth century that the notion of composition becomes truly associated with architectural conception, notably under the influence of Jean-Nicolas-Louis Durand and his statement on the Marche à suivre dans la composition d’un project quelconque [Procedure to be followed in the composition of any project]. The concept quickly erodes during the twentieth century, with the adoption of neutral architectural devices, the use of aggregative processes, and the adoption of "objective" operations, all of which can be understood as an attempt to move beyond compositional principles. In Composition, Non-Composition, Jacques Lucan invites his readers to consider this novel historical perspective of architectural theory. The author describes the interaction of ideas that often clash with one another, with some that fade away as others emerge, thus offering invaluable keys to understanding contemporary architecture. Although this book is primarily addressed to students of architecture, it will also appeal to architects, historians of architecture, as well as to the interested public.

The Secrets of Architectural Composition

The Secrets of Architectural Composition
Author: Nathaniel Cortland Curtis
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2013-09-02
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 048632074X

Well arranged, logical, and aptly illustrated, this classic survey covers every aspect of the design process. It addresses architectural principles as well as their practical application, examining general questions of scale, balance, proportion, and symmetry and presenting detailed treatments of doors, windows, walls, stairways, columns, and other features. Long acknowledged as a valuable resource for students and teachers alike, this volume is unsurpassed in terms of the richness of its material and the consistency of its insights. It was written by Nathaniel Cortlandt Curtis, an influential designer and artist who served as the head of the Tulane School of Architecture. Curtis illustrated his work with nearly 250 line drawings that depict architectural elements from a splendid variety of periods and settings, from ancient Rome's temples and palaces to modern-day hotels and museums of Paris and New York.

Simple Composition

Simple Composition
Author: Charles Wuorinen
Publisher: C F Peters Corporation
Total Pages: 168
Release: 1994
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9780938856061

Originally published: New York: Longman, c1979.

Composition Photo Workshop

Composition Photo Workshop
Author: Blue Fier
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2011-05-25
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 1118078942

The hands-on instruction that digital photographers need to compose great shots Introducing readers to the basic elements of design, this full-color guide shows photographers step by step how to frame great compositions before they take the shot. Instructions, advice, examples, and assignments cover all types of photography.

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Composition Field Guide

Bryan Peterson's Understanding Composition Field Guide
Author: Bryan Peterson
Publisher: Amphoto Books
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2012-11-06
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0770433081

Learn to “see” more compelling images with this on-the-go field guide from Bryan Peterson! What makes an image amazing? Believe it or not, it is not about the content. What makes a photo compelling is the arrangement of that content—in other words, its composition. The right composition gives your images impact and emotion; the wrong one leaves them flat. In this handy, take-anywhere guide, renowned photographer, instructor, and bestselling author Bryan Peterson frees amateur photographers from the prejudices of what is “beautiful” or “ugly” so that they can instead focus on color, line, light, and pattern. Get the tools you need to show your distinct voice and point of view in every image you shoot. With this guide in your camera bag, you’ll be equipped not only to “see” beautiful images but to successfully shoot them each and every time. Also available as an ebook

Notes from the Metalevel

Notes from the Metalevel
Author: Heinrich Taube
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2013-10-23
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1134381387

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Composition

Composition
Author: Laurie S. Excell
Publisher: Peachpit Press
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2014-04-10
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 0133813800

Now that you’ve bought an amazing new DSLR, you need a book that goes beyond the camera manual to teach you how to take great shots. That’s where Composition: From Snapshots to Great Shots, Second Edition, comes in, teaching you the fundamentals of composition—the creative arrangement of elements in the shot, and the way a viewer’s eye travels through an image—so you can get great shots no matter what gear you use. In this book, author and professional photographer Laurie Excell starts with the basics of composition—such as the popular rule of thirds—and illustrates how elements like color, shape, angles, and contrast work to create compelling images. In the process, she covers all key camera features that affect composition (regardless of what type of DSLR you have), including the ability to freeze and convey motion depending on what shutter speed you choose, and the correlation between aperture and depth of field. In addition to dozens of brand-new images and more in-depth coverage on topics such as patterns and textures and arranging elements in a frame, this revised edition features several completely new chapters. These will include a chapter of step-by-step examples that highlight the compositional technique used to get just the right shot; a new chapter on black-and-white photography; and a chapter on what to do after the shot—enhancing and editing the images in post-processing. Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos, this book will help you bring your own unique artistic expression to any situation whether taking portraits, action shots, landscapes, or events, teaching you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera. The book includes coverage of Lightroom for image management; Nikon Capture NX2 for RAW processing; Photoshop for image processing; and NIK and OnOne software for creative effects.

Critical Expressivism

Critical Expressivism
Author: Tara Roeder
Publisher: Parlor Press LLC
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2015-04-15
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1602356548

Critical Expressivism is an ambitious attempt to re-appropriate intelletual territory that has more often been charted by its detractors than by its proponents. Indeed, as Peter Elbow observes in his contribution to this volume, “As far as I can tell, the term ‘expressivist’ was coined and used only by people who wanted a word for people they disapproved of and wanted to discredit.” The editors and contributors to this collection invite readers to join them in a new conversation, one informed by “a belief that the term expressivism continues to have a vitally important function in our field.”

Design and Composition

Design and Composition
Author: Nathan Goldstein
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1989
Genre: Art
ISBN:

"The first part of this ... text is a comprehensive examination of fundamental design phenomena and a general introduction to the elements of composition. The second part gives ... in-depth explanations of compositional structures and strategies ... discusses some 25 works of art as compositional 'case studies' to show how and why each artist used various compositional structures and modes of presentation. Over 400 visuals--drawings, paintings, photos, and other illustrations--support the text. More than 40 of them, reproduced in full color, further clarify the materials covered"--Back cover.

Strengthen Your Paintings with Dynamic Composition

Strengthen Your Paintings with Dynamic Composition
Author: Frank Webb
Publisher:
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2015-01-27
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781626540668

Create compelling paintings by mastering compositional techniques While happy accidents may occasionally contribute to producing strong, eye-catching paintings, conscious painting is more important. According to author Frank Webb, "Composition is more important than fact, technique, or subject." To create compelling, expressive works, you must make the composition the foundation of your plan. This book provides example-by-example demonstrations of how you can achieve this. The works of 24 professional artists included in this book give you an over-the-shoulder look at how to apply composition techniques. Armed with this information, you can paint a powerful picture and--just as importantly--analyze and improve a work that has gone wrong. "Strengthen Your Paintings with Dynamic Composition" is an indispensable addition to the artist's library that you will read and re-read. Webb's memorable instruction will guide the beginner through composition challenges and serve as a reference for the more experienced painter. Frank Webb, a professional artist since 1947, is a Dolphin Fellow of the American Watercolor Society, which he has represented in international exhibitions in Canada, New York, England, Scotland, and Mexico City. A guest instructor in all 50 states, juror, and lecturer, Webb has received over 110 major medals and awards from national competitions, including six from the American Watercolor Society. Collectors of Webb's paintings include National Taiwan Arts Education Center, Baylor University, Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State University, Portland Museum of Art, and South Arkansas Arts Center, to name a few.Webb is featured in "Who's Who in American Art" and "Who's Who in the East," and he is also a member of the Allied Artists of America, Audubon Artists, the Rocky Mountain National Watermedia Association, and many other art associations."