The Messenger » Feature http://www.theccamessenger.org The School Newspaper of Calvary Christian Academy Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:31:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 A Formula to A Good Artist http://www.theccamessenger.org/top-stories/2009/03/26/a-formula-to-a-good-artist/ http://www.theccamessenger.org/top-stories/2009/03/26/a-formula-to-a-good-artist/#comments Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:31:33 +0000 maritzacg http://www.theccamessenger.org/?p=657
Picasso, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Van Gogh; we have all heard of these masters of art and often gazed in awe at their creations, but what was it about these artists that made them inspire so many people? What makes a good artist? The answer could not be simpler. Creativity, ingenuity, and most importantly, boldness are the key ingredients to this incredibly artistic formula.
 
If you’ve ever taken an art class but never felt confident as an artist, don’t give up on yourself. Perhaps you just need to try again with something as simple as drawing. Drawright.com says that you do not need to be a naturally gifted artist to draw well; you only need the perception of edges, spaces, relationships, lights and shadows. Once you have mastered these basics try to challenge yourself as an artist and take advantage of the many art classes CCA offers.

 

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So many times we give up on things we enjoy just because we feel that we are not good at them. Or maybe you are on the other end of the spectrum; you haven’t had any formal training but have the natural ability and just lack the courage to show off your talent. Whatever the case may be, never give up on yourself or your abilities. Throw off any hindrances in your way and keep pushing yourself because no matter what other people or your insecurities say, God has given you an amazing talent, and He expects you to do something with it. “God is the Master artist so when we are fresh out of ideas it would be a smart move to consult the greatest Artist and see how He  inspires,” advices Secondary Art Teacher, Noemi Klipfel.

 

“It’s also very important to know the use of God’s principles of design in a composition. I teach my students that just like there are ingredients for making a delicious cake, there are also ingredients for making good art.” Those ingredients include elements such as: line, shape, color, form, value and space. And according to Mrs. Klipfel, there are also rules on how to use these elements or principles: Movement, Unity, Repetition, Contrast, Rhythm, Balance and Emphasis.

 

Practice those rules, play with each element, but whatever you do, be bold and take a leap by submitting your artwork to an art show or a publication. We have a place for you in the CCA Messenger called The Artist’s Corner. Take advantage of it.

 

To be an amazing artist like Picasso or Michelangelo and to make an impact you must first be able to be daring and show off your work. If you have never shown people what you can accomplish, now is the time to be bold and show off your talents.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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