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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 17 2008 11:46
Author: Vredenburgh, Amy <fsamv4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Woman of Color!
When analyzing color and line, I would agree that line is more logical and factual, reasonable because pictures in
black and white, you focus on the lines that outline the shapes in the pieces to determine what they are about. I
think that when there is color though, you get more emotion and feeling into the piece of art. I've done a reserach
project on chromotherapy, curing people's illneses through the use of color, and it explains all the physical and
emotional effects that color can have on people. I'm sure that many people have heard that green is calming, and
that red is romantic, so I do believe that colors do instigate and arouse feelings and emotions from the paintings.
The lines tell the story and the colors make us feel it!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Jun 21 2008 16:43
Author: Rush Jr, Jerome <rsjsr@uaf.edu>
Subject: Baroque Rocks
I am a admirer of Poussin's paintings over Ruebens paintings because, I feel that clarity is important in visual arts.
Although rubens detail and definition is not bad, the realism of Poussins work is great. His paintings, in my opinnion
are ahead of its time. It has a realism feel to me in terms if the scene. I do agree with the statement that line
stimulates the the intellect, but not more or less than color. It was said in this book that line feed the mind and color
feed the senses. I disagree!! I think both equally feed the the mind and body. This would hint that a veiwer cant
feel lining. Totally untrue in my opinnion. Finally the painting of Titans, the Rape of Europa is more appealing to me
than the Rape of a Sabine women by Poussin. Titan s use of yellow pigment in the finising glaze adds abstract light
to the painting. Once again, this painting probably fits another era like Enlightenment. Titans also uses cool colors
here that are proportioned out throughout the painting. It's not displayed in this copy of the painting however, it
would appear that an open compisiton was the flavor here. Lastly the fine lady in the front of Titans painting would
be nice if it was not for the little kid showing all of us his JUNK!!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Jun 21 2008 16:52
Author: Rush Jr, Jerome <rsjsr@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
Spoken like a true professional Amy I agree tottaly. I am courius through if red is romantic what color would I be if
I'm a romantic with a dash of freak.. Ok a whole lot of freak what color lol Nice review I enjoyed it
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sun Jun 22 2008 17:42
Author: Cameron, Meredith <fsmmc9@uaf.edu>
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Subject: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
From looking at Poussin's Rape of the Sabine Women and Titian's Rape of Europa I feel that Poussin's work
invokes more emotion in me. The scene shows a much more powerful use of force over many women. The color, to
me makes the painting busy and furthers the idea of chaos. Titian's work, although dramatic, the colors do not strike
me as much due to the lack of contrast. The lines however in Titian's work add a lot to the work. My eye is drawn to
the seeping clouds and her red scarf looking as to be torn off by movement of the incoming company. Poussin uses
shaper lines and I am drawn down into the crowd by the use of the swords and staff (maybe spear) being held by
the man descending down. Also the woman being carried off with her am out stretched to the building makes me
see that this was just a portion of a scene. I know that Poussin relied on line much more than color to envoke the
mind. I think that he accomplished this.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Jun 23 2008 01:22
Author: Agne, Juliet <fsjma4@uaf.edu>
Subject: The Art of Lines and Colors
I think line and color are both important in making a piece of art meaningful to its audience. Color is important for a
painting because it gives a person a sense of what is going on in a picture, granted that picture is not black and
white, but lines are the things that bring clarity to the picture.
Take the painting titled Still Life with Cherries, Strawberries, and Gooseberries by Louise Moillon, the lines in the
picture are used to serperate all the individual pieces of fruit in their designated bowls, but the colors clearly give it
dimension by creating a dramatic backdrop for the fruit to sit in front of. The colors also give shape to each
individual cherry, strawberry, and gooseberry by shading in the proper areas to give it the illusion of a 3-D object.
However, if I had to choose one over the other, I think lines would be more important than colors because people
are still able to comprehend pictures with no colors (think coloring books).
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 22:30
Author: Shake, Kristen <fskls22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I really like the last line of your post- it really says it all! For me, I would rather have a painting of only color and no
distinct lines than a painting of stiff lines in color!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 22:44
Author: Shake, Kristen <fskls22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color v. Line
The debate between the application of color and the use of lines is really a personal opinion. There are some people
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who will just absolutely be absorbed whole heartedly into the logical structure and cleanliness of the line (Alexander
Calder) and those who will fall passionately in love with variations of color (Monet.) In my humble view, color is
supreme over line. Colors have the amazing effect of bringing emotion to a piece. While line has the innate ability to
frame one's thinking or direct one's gaze in a piece, it is the color which directs their heart and emotions.
Impressionism proved this point for me. At the end of the day, I think a case can be made for both sides. Color and
line are both tools of the trade, and at the end of the day, it is the artist who puts these two tools to work for them
as they see fit.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 22:45
Author: Shake, Kristen <fskls22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
Really well put! I unfortunately, agree with the opposite, which is probably why I was one of those kids which could
never stay inside the lines of a coloring book anyway...haha!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 22:48
Author: Shake, Kristen <fskls22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Baroque Rocks
Well put. So, how do you feel about Jackson Pollack? He is someone who used both lines and colors equally--- do
you see more weight in one in his work over the other? Or, are they equal to you as well? :)
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 23:04
Author: Peterson, Kasey <fskrp4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I definitely agree with you with the idea that color creates much more emotinon than lines alone. While I do enjoy art
that is colorless much like that of William Blake's Europe: A Prophecy, seeing art work that includes color is much
more appealing. One could take a very colorful art piece like those of Rosa Bonheur and the realistic color use is
very enjoyable to look at. It just takes art to an entirely different level.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 23:10
Author: Peterson, Kasey <fskrp4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
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What a perfect observation! "The lines tell the story and the color makes us feel it." You have it exactly right. The
lines of art work are kind of like the root systems of a flower and the colors that are added are like the blossomsthey are what draws the viewer. Lines are critical in giving a piece definition but the colors are icing on the cake and
I am definitely intrigued by the beauty of color.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jun 24 2008 23:12
Author: Peterson, Kasey <fskrp4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color is Superior
Looking back at all of the art work we have discussed since the beginning chapters of this course, I have found that
all of the pieces I have been drawn to are those with color. Sure black and white has it's subtle way of sharing a
meaning, but the color art work creates an image for the viewer that is so much more detailed and much more
memorable. While I understand that lines are important and they set boundaries for the color, the color aspect of art
is definitely the most important and superior aspect in my eyes.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Jun 25 2008 01:07
Author: Song, Paul <fsps17@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I totally agree with you. I also believe that the when a person focuses on the lines of a painting you can see the
detail and what the artist was trying to portray in the painting. The color is what gives you the feeling.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Jun 25 2008 14:48
Author: Maguire, Anna <fsalm14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I agree with you that many emotions can be expressed through color. However, to be the devil's advocate here, I
also believe that much emotion can be expressed in a line. A line can be thick and bold, or faint and delicate. It can
waver or be very straight. It can also be dark or light. It can show relative ease, or the struggle of the artist to
scratch out an image. Sometimes I think that color can take away from the emotional and structural detail that can
only be obtain through the use of lines.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Jun 25 2008 16:08
Author: Hansen, Kelly <fskjh7@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
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I really enjoyed this piece too. It really drew my attention and it was interesting to look at! I really enjoyed your
interpretation of it and I look at it a little differently now than before.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Jun 26 2008 13:33
Author: Bowen, Willow <fswrb1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
Great comments and observations. I too agree that the color in a picture gives it more passion and emotion then
viewing something in black and white. For me, it seems the richer the color the more passionate I feel about the
painting.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Jun 26 2008 13:39
Author: Bowen, Willow <fswrb1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
Very well said. I agree with you that the color of a piece is what brings it alive and connects to the viewer.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Fri Jun 27 2008 22:06
Author: Cameron, Meredith <fsmmc9@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
I agree with you! Color can do some amazing things. I am really also drawn to color. However the more I think
about it Im not even sure if being attracted to lines is even something I do.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Jun 28 2008 17:23
Author: Bruns, Brendon <fsbjb10@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I'm a big Calvin and Hobbes fan and I remember reading in one of his published comic books that when viewing a
black and white image, the human eye is lazy and generally tends to focus on the light areas, ignoring the back
ones. Knowing this, Bill Watterson (the author of the strip) would draw strips that were about 70-80% black by
surface area. It looked like a normal comic strip except the black and white areas were reversed perfectly.
Somewhat of an interesting play on color and line...The human brain really needs to take into account both.
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Cheers!
Brendon
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Jun 28 2008 17:26
Author: Bruns, Brendon <fsbjb10@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
While color is no doubt important, you can't just have "Color" floating about without any defined boundaries--it's
really the combination of color and line that allows the brain to interpret what it's seeing.
Line generally defines objects and color generally describes them. Perhaps?
Cheers!
Brendon
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sun Jun 29 2008 13:54
Author: Holleman, Alison <fsadh5@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
I liked this piece as well. I really like your interpretation of this piece of art. I was able to take another look at it and
see where you were coming from. Thank you for that.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Jun 30 2008 18:00
Author: Novatsky, Gloria <fsgjn1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Line v Color
I used to think that art was all about the color. That was until my daughter came to be. She is an artist that only
uses charcoals. Although the shading is nice, for me, the true artistic ability is the line.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Jul 02 2008 14:15
Author: Bedel, Frances <fnfdb@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I too like the painting Still Life with Cherries, Strawberries, and Gooseberries by Louise Moillon (page 125). Even for
today's standards, I think it shows the 3-D effect more than any other picture I have seen. This is especially evident
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with the water droplets in the foreground.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Jul 03 2008 02:49
Author: Campbell, Kyle <fskkc@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I think you said this well, and I agree that in the end line is more important for communicating images to an
audience. However I wanted to point out that if Moillon's still life were in black and white, it would likely have never
received the praise and attention it has. It is not simply the finely crafted lines that give this peice so much photorealism, but especially I believe it is the brilliance of color in the bowl of cherries that bursts with a sense of ripeness
so realistic that the painting would not be the same without it. Shape and depth can still be acheived without using
color, as in Jacques Louis David's The Tennis Court Oath where he only uses brown ink to comliment the delicate
lines, giving it enormous depth and a three-dimensional aspect, but I believe the realism created by Moillon comes
from the ripeness of the fruits she captured with brilliant red and yellow colors.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Jul 03 2008 03:03
Author: Campbell, Kyle <fskkc@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I also agree with you, and I although I think lines do have the abilility to create emotion, and not only logic and
reason as some have already said, for example a single straight bold line on a canvas creates a sense of strength
and oppressiveness, whereas a fine curvy line creates a sense of softness and affection, but i believe color is what
brings paintings to life. If you imagine a world without color it seems very dull, lifeless, and in many ways
depressing. The vibrance one feels when light and color fill the eye is what fills life with passion and emotion. Now
imagine a world without line, and only color. Imagine if rather than writing with letters and symbols, we created a
written language of only colors. The world would be confusing and disorienting, but full of vibrance and energy. I
think its good we live in a world with both!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Jul 15 2008 09:00
Author: Hanson, D'Lila <fsdjh16@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I totally agree with you. Lines are important but color just gives it that something more!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Aug 23 2008 20:52
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
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Subject: Color or lines
When comparing the value of color vs. line I think that they are both importent and have a part in make a piece of
art meaningful. Lines play an important part because they help express ones feelings. Lines can be bold, faint,
straight or wavy. When a picture is done in black and white Lines are the only focus. However, for me color is what
draws me to a painting.
When comparing Rubens Landing in Marsialles to Poussin's Rape of the Sabine Women, I like Rubens because of
the details and the use of colors in his painting.
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Date: Sat Aug 23 2008 20:54
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I have to agree, it is a pesonal opionion .
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Aug 23 2008 21:20
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
I have to agree, Poussin relied more on lines than color, his lines were stronge.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Aug 23 2008 21:22
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
color is what catches my eye.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Aug 23 2008 21:27
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Line v Color
I have seen some very nice charcoal paintings. I have an aunt that used charcoal to draw the old homestead and
they are beautiful.
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 08:55
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
Very well put. I think that color adds emotion. I have seen so very good black and whites but most of them do not
hold my interest.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 09:01
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Baroque Rocks
I went back and looked at the paintings again after reading your response. You response was great and it gave me
a better understanding of the painting.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 09:04
Author: Monson, Bonnie <fsbjm8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
Very well stated. Color is what makes a painting meaninful to me but I can see how lines are important in a
painting.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 13:25
Author: Habermann, Elisabeth <fserh7@uaf.edu>
Subject: Intention determines which is greater
I think that both color and line have intense power in art and which is better depends on the situation. For imparting
reality and a sense of finiteness color is no match for line. Line has the ability to tell the viewer what to see and
think. It directs the viewer's interpretation of the painting. Paintings that are designed to show a lesson or value,
such as "Oath of the Horatii", line imparts the message much clearer than color could.
Color on the other hand is far superior for art that is designed for pleasure or beauty. Color can change a person's
mood is a more broad way- allowing the viewer more freedom in interpretation. Color is also far better for works that
are designed to show relaxation or comfort since it is a softer medium and doesn't fall as hardly on the viewer's
eyes. For works such as "The Night Watch" color is able to highlight the most prominent subjects in a way that line
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could not. If line was the chosen way of highlighting the main men then the rest of the figures would have to be
blurred, and this would not be desireable.
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Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 13:28
Author: Habermann, Elisabeth <fserh7@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I totally agree. For clarity and realization line is the rule, but for feeling color is the winner. I also have heard of
studies that say things about certian colors and it is definitely true that some colors don't go well with others. A
jumble of mixed, incoherent colors can put me on edge and is not visually pleasing on another level than jumbled
lines.
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Date: Mon Aug 25 2008 13:30
Author: Habermann, Elisabeth <fserh7@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
I agree that the works that focus on color are more visually pleasing- I love color myself in every form. But I think
the artists who focus on line are not as intent on making pleasing pictures, but istead are focused on imparting a
meaning. The line artists are trying to give the viewer a lesson.
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Date: Thu Sep 25 2008 04:34
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color vs. Line
In my opinion line is the foundation of the art. We always start any sketches or shape or any kind of creation with
line. Color is secondary thing which can be used after finishing a frame of a art. I agree color is also important
because it makes art more vivid however without line art is not possible but without color we can express our
feelings.
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Date: Fri Sep 26 2008 19:06
Author: Berl, Barbara <fsbab18@uaf.edu>
Subject: Stimulation verses Emotion
Color has been proven to stimulate emotion in parts of the brain that are not ordinarily stimulated. Color seems to
arouse and engage the viewer, it adds purity and strength to a painting, creating a mood. It is a softer
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feeling. Choosing wether to like color over line is like asking someone will they always want spagetti over ice
cream. I think the answer is that it would depend on the occasion, the mood, the chief,,,etc. Line can certainly
direct the viewer to where the artist want's them to go. Lines bring focus and clarity and often prevent emotion. This
may be the case with Poussin's "Rape of the Sabine Women". I think Poussin wanted the viewer to look at his work
on a more critical level than emotional. Titian's "Rape of Europa"has wonderful color and deep texture, rather
Baroque in how blurred parts of the painting are, vibrant brush strokes.But, I am not fond of the emotion I feel
against the subject matter. Is it because I am more drawn in by the emotion of color? I agree that line can be
emotional as well, but in a differnet way. Line is more thoughtful! In conclusion, I feel that both are important. But
like the spagetti and the ice cream, different strokes for different folks, depending on the work and the time and the
mood.
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Date: Fri Sep 26 2008 19:09
Author: Berl, Barbara <fsbab18@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
I agree with You! I liked both works for different reasons.
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Date: Fri Sep 26 2008 19:10
Author: Berl, Barbara <fsbab18@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I agree,,, at the end of the day it is all between the artist and the viewer. Their mood, their age, time of day, etc...
alot of variables.
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Date: Tue Sep 30 2008 10:56
Author: Abbott, Terra <astja19@uaa.alaska.edu>
Subject: line vs. color
I think using the line approach makes the painting look realistic and more like the natural world. The color approach
has emotional sides and also unealistic side. When I compared Rubens and Poussin this depiction of realistic and
unrealistic approach definitely held true but I do like both of the painters. Both have their own unique style. Terra
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Date: Sun Oct 05 2008 18:28
Author: VanDermeer, Matt <fsmjv5@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
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I dont agree!! I think that you can use shades of light and dark, even in black and white, that will show emotion
better than color even can in some cases. Line and shape to me is the part of a piece of art that really defines the
piece. It is the factor that makes a piece intersting to look and or something that just blends together. It also can
direct your eye to something in the piece that the artist wanted you to see more than the rest.
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Date: Sun Oct 05 2008 18:31
Author: VanDermeer, Matt <fsmjv5@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I agree. line is almost always the most dominating part of a piece of art. Whether it be still, moving, or 3D art. Color
can do some amazing things to a picture, but to me line and shading is the most important thing in a piece or art.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sun Oct 05 2008 18:34
Author: VanDermeer, Matt <fsmjv5@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color, line, or maybe shading?
In my opinion line is the most important thing in a piece of art. It defines what the central part of the piece is and
where your eye is attracted. Color can be important but it is something that only enhances line.
But is shading more important than Color. In a Black and White photograph there is no color, but shading can show
the emotion of the piece, and show everything color can and more.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Oct 06 2008 11:18
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color, line, or maybe shading?
I agree with you. Shape is one of the important part of the art which is exactly defined by line. Color enhances the
shape and the expression of art in some extent.
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Date: Mon Oct 06 2008 12:47
Author: Bozek, Nicole <fsnjb1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color vs. Line
Although sketches and shapes are created with lines i believe that sketches without color are just there, boring in a
way. Color helps the sketch come alive in a way. But it also possible to paint without using lines just paint blobs of
color that all mesh together to create an image that creates itself rather than outlining it with lines.
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Fri Oct 10 2008 15:35
Author: Scott, Amber <fsajs24@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Intention determines which is greater
You have made very good points. I agree that the purpose of the piece is a huge factor in determining what the
artist should use as his primary tools for conveying a message.
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Date: Fri Oct 10 2008 16:02
Author: Scott, Amber <fsajs24@uaf.edu>
Subject: Appealing to a broader audience appeals to me
Whether or not color or lines is more stimulating is hard to say. If the Poussinistes train of thought favored line
because it appeals more to the mind and stimulates the intellect, (appealing more to the educated or elite class of
society), I am immediately inclined to go the opposite way. Knowing that the Rubenistes favored color and argued
that the stimulation of emotion appealed more to the common man appeals to me.
Personally I am inclined to be attracted to all types of works, (black and white, vibrant colors, muted colors, intricate
lines, simple portraits) but the mind set behind the splitting of the two camps, leads me to think I would have been a
Rubeniste at heart. In my own home I choose artwork for the colors; to match my furniture and suit the room. I
don't like trying to determine what message an artist is trying to convey, or what the hidden meaning is behind the
obvious one. I enjoy art that is beautiful and fun. Landscapes, portraits, paintings depicting family, love or
romance. Colors emphasize the emotions and deepen that personal connection I have with the piece.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sun Oct 12 2008 14:19
Author: Milliken, Grace <fsgmm10@uaf.edu>
Subject: Line vs. Color
The debate of color vs. line can also be seen as a debate between Rococo style and Neoclassical style. During the
18th century, line was subordinate to color in the Rococo style and the opposite is true for the Neoclassical style of
art.
The Rococo style is characterized by lightness both of content and of color. For example in Jean-Antoine Watteau's
"Pilgrimage to Cythera", Watteau uses color to show romantic pastimes and aristocratic hedonism. In fact Watteau
was known to have a rubeniste sensibility which was the famous painter Peter Paul Ruben?s preferred style of art.
Rubenistes maintained that color was truer to nature, line appealed only to the educated mind and color appealed to
all.
The Neoclassical style was known for its poussinistes who argued that line was superior over color because lines
appeal to the mind where colors appeal to the senses. Jacque-Louis David was a poussiniste and his painting "Oath
of the Horatii" shows the significance of lines because it appears to be a drawing that has been colored. David
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believed clarity of statement was most important and was best achieved by drawing.
Color and line both bring different importance to paintings; color with its emotion and how lines appeal to the mind.
As a result I enjoyed both Neoclassical poussinistes and Rococo rubenistes style of artwork.
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Date: Sun Oct 12 2008 14:26
Author: Milliken, Grace <fsgmm10@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color vs. Line
I think you can express your feelings in a painting without line and just color. In fact doesn't rubeniste and
poussiniste artists both argue that color shows emotion?
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Date: Sun Oct 12 2008 14:32
Author: Milliken, Grace <fsgmm10@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Stimulation verses Emotion
I agree with your spegetti vs. icecream metaphor, both color and line are important in paintings, but for many
different reasons. That was nicely put. What other level do you think Poussin wanted the viewer to look at "Rape of
the Sabine Women"?
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Date: Mon Oct 13 2008 19:39
Author: Pings, Kayleen <fskap14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
My first response was to say that color is the basis of emotion but I like your response to that with regard to line.
With my experience w/ interior design, we focus heavily on color and lighting (a form of atmospheric color). But line
can also make a room feel cold or welcoming depending on the style and degrees of line. Great point!
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Date: Mon Oct 13 2008 19:45
Author: Pings, Kayleen <fskap14@uaf.edu>
Subject: We can read but can we really grasp the meaning...
Art, in my view, should be appreciated by all. Beauty is not for the intellects alone but also for those without
educational backgrounds. Color, therefore, has been proven to enhance our appreciation to aesthetically pleasing
images. It creates an overall mood and we can feel the same emotions that the artist was trying to convey, whether
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it be their own emotion or the emotion of the portrait being painted. Line is important as well to define figures and
images that help us link other images together in a piece of art but I feel that line couldn't exist on its own whereas
color could. Sure we can see line in a black and white image just as much as we can see the text on a page. But
color is the meaning behind the art just as the emotions within a poem are understood. I don't know if that makes
sense but I hope it does. Just because we look at a poem doesn't mean that we fully appreciate it or even
understand the emotions underlying the meaning. Color is the emotion in art and without it we may not achieve the
full understanding that artist has aimed for us to achieve.
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Author: Pings, Kayleen
Subject: Re: The Art of
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Lines and Colors
Absolutely! Well put! The vibrant reds within this painting make the painting complete! A black and white line
drawing could never convey the same message that was conveyed with the vibrant colors.
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Date: Mon Oct 13 2008 19:50
Author: Pings, Kayleen <fskap14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Appealing to a broader audience appeals to me
Great point! When we look at a painting we look for the emotion. And generally that emotion is stirred up within
ourselves. Color is an amazing component of the emotions we perceive in any form of artwork.
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Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 14:13
Author: Bowers, Alyssa <fsarb22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I completely agree. The colors are what makes a piece of art. Black and whites can be so boring!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 14:44
Author: Bowers, Alyssa <fsarb22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Importances of Line & Color
Both the use of line and color are very important in paintings. Lines will define a painting while color adds feeling
and interest. I think they work best together.
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 14:46
Author: Bowers, Alyssa <fsarb22@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I can understand your point of view as well. I feel they are both equally important.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 15:21
Author: Lawrence, Kerry <fskpl1@uaf.edu>
Subject: are we thinking yet?
While overall, I prefer the rubenistes style of painting - I do have to say that I don't care for Titian's "Rape of
Europa". It is a very dark piece that doesn't personally appeal to me. It is not my favorite example of the incredible
artistic usage of color. I do enjoy Rubens "Garden of Love". I think that what I get from these pieces are a sense of
un-reality - the surreal, perhaps. The blending and immersion of colors lends a sense of emotion that I don't get
from Poussin's piece "Rape of the Sabine Women". While researching, I found a similar work by Rubens with the
same title. It seems to reflect a little more anxiety and desperation that I feel is missing in the hard lines of Poussin's
work.
I disagree with the theory that either of these artistic approaches is better than the other. Each of them provide
differing views which I believe are necessary to the growth and development of any form of art.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 15:26
Author: Lawrence, Kerry <fskpl1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
Do you wonder if perhaps Poussin's "Rape of the Sabine Women" was done exclusively with lines, using shades to
emphasize - that it would be a more emotionally moving piece?
I ask simply because I personally prefer the use of color to express emotion and had not even thought about the
many different forms a line can take. I genuinely enjoy your insights - it helps me immensely!
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Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 15:30
Author: Lawrence, Kerry <fskpl1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color, line, or maybe shading?
perhaps - but I can also see how a lack of lines can create feeling - and to be specific shading is not only a "shade"
but a level of black/white ratio. It can also be found in a red/white ratio and still project similar emotion.
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Personally, I feel lines fence you in.
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Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 17:35
Author: Jackson, Jamie <fsjlj25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I totally agree with you. Black and white pictures are good but colore you get to feel more emotion with.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 17:36
Author: Jackson, Jamie <fsjlj25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
Kasey I agree with you. Black and white pictures are nice but lack feeling. I would be more interested in seeing
something in color than black and white.
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Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 17:41
Author: Jackson, Jamie <fsjlj25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Does line really stimulate the mind?
I think that line can stimulate the mind. Like the optical illusions that people see. For example the black and white
picture of the two faces or is it a vase.
Line makes you think of what the picture is. Color lets you feel emotion and what you want to feel. I believe line
does stimulate the mind.
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Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 23:06
Author: Brown, Sheena <fssjb19@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color vs. Line
I like Nicolas Poussin over Paul Rubens. The reason that I don't like Paul Rubens paintings is that his paintings are
more about storyline and not about action. There are no tenseness. To me lines make up the action or passion that
one sees and although the colors are nice, it doesn't have that added emotion because of the lines. In his The
Garden of Love you can tell who the most important figure in the painting was the queen. It has a high key value
and warm colors. You can tell who is the focus of the picture. It tells me a story of people having a good time.
However, the lines that it is missing, makes it seem emotionless to me, even though its supposed to depict the
pleasures of life.
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The reason that I like Nicolas Poussin is although it may not make a lot of sense, it has a lot of action. All I see is a
guy on top of the pillar looking at a war that is going on down below. If I didn't know the story behind it, I wouldn't
have known that the guy watching was instructing the soldiers to get wives from the place they were pillaging. The
lines do show action, such as the the guy that is painted bronze-yellow who has a curved line about him as he is
trying to shake people off. One can also see the contour lines. Or the gesture lines of the men that are picking up
the woman and carrying them away while the woman are motioning toward the babies that are being left on the
ground. The action that these convey show me a war, full of emotion, triumph and pain.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 14 2008 23:13
Author: Brown, Sheena <fssjb19@uaf.edu>
Subject: To Kayleen
I believe that line is most important because it conveys the emotion through the lines that are drawn. The people
that move toward something or hold someone is part of the lines. The colors are nice, yes, and do add depth to a
picture. But lines are everywhere. They are in the building, the folds of clothes, the gesture on a face. But other then
that I agree with your points.
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Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 10:12
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color vs. Line
I agree, we can paint without line but personally I like the line based art because line makes art more definite and
clear. We can compare ' Rape of the Sabine Women' and ' The Rape of Europe'. Nicolas Possian's Rape of the
Sabine Women is more attractive than The Rape of Europe. The background of this art is also impressive with
beautiful architectural pillars and a building. This looks more realistic, sensitive, and natural than the The Rape of
Europe. In Titan's The Rape of Europe swirling color, different brushstroke making its action less attractive and
indefinite.
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Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 10:23
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: are we thinking yet?
Of course both of them have their own values in the development of arts. I think comparison is not bad idea for the
development because it can reveal the weaknesses and the strength of these arts and help them to improve in the
future.
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Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 10:35
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I am with you.....In my opinion, line can make more sense than color does. The 'Rape of the Sabine Women'
appealing something with realistic pain but in the ' Rape of Europe' which is dim and looks more fictional.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 16:16
Author: Linen, Kelissa <fskp16@uaf.edu>
Subject: The Color of Art
I think that the text (pg 124) " Thus, to ask whether line or color is superior is to question whether the educated
person or the lay person is the ultimate audience for art..." poses a very particularly interesting question.
Does line symbolize intelligence? To look at a painting, then distinguish between what the artist was showing you
versus what you are seeing simply holds an aesthetic meaning. Does the line help you visualize what the artist is
showing you or does it take away? I think that line does help distinguish nobility, however I do not think that color
takes away from the minds view. To feel art, you have to both think and feel it...whether the use of color or line is at
play...I think art is an equal opportunity beauty to be appreciated by all.
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Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 16:19
Author: Linen, Kelissa <fskp16@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I like what you said that a "line can make a room feel..."
I personally think that when dealing with Art, whether there is lack of line or lack of color, it is a perceived feeling
that enables our thoughts to determine a logical response or an emotional response. Any view of art is feeling
based, followed with thought.
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Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 16:23
Author: Linen, Kelissa <fskp16@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I enjoy looking at art and noticing that one detail, where line is used to draw your attention, and then the colors felt
are to be followed. At is definitely an expression of both thoughts and feelings.
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Fri Oct 17 2008 20:42
Author: Kuiper, Forrest Jade Star <fnfjk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Line vs. Color
In my opinion only, I feel that line has a more powerful effect than color does in paintings. Line can guide a viewers
eyes into what the artist wants you to view. Line can differentiate views and the perception as one sees it. Color
can still be very powerful if used is durastic measures. Bold colors can make a statement and be powerful. Colors
tend to provide more ease and pleasure to viewing something.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 09:12
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Color of Art
I think in some extent line art symbolizes intelligence because we need to have some knowledge about geometric
theories, shape, form of view (angle), and some mathematics to understand the size and scale of the art etc.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 09:36
Author: Dhungana, Shusila <fssd6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Line vs. Color
I agree with you. I think line is boundary of any shape of the arts. Line can fix the shape and size of the art properly,
also makes it easy to define or express any feeling.
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Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 17:52
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Its a tie
Although I tried to find superiority in line or color, as an artist I find qualities that lay within both forms that prove
necessary. Combining them in the proper manner, eliciting thought and emotion, is what most artists desire to
accomplish.
As far as the artwork of Peter Paul Rubens and Nicolas Poissin, both contrary in display of strengths in form, but
both also display masterful artistic talent. To say one is better that another because of their form undermines their
talent and categorizes negatively, attributes of their work. I will say I find Rubens works curly, wavy, and loose,
where as I found Poissin?s works to be much more clean, crisp, and tight. I prefer the tightness and crispness of the
latter.
As I said, I am an artist, so this whole concept of one form commanding authority over the next, is a relatively new
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concept for me. A piece of word must contain line in order to format, unless it is an abstract of color, and even then
some sort of line formation would exist. A picture can exist without color, but it would be difficult to express yourself
without lines.
Although these artists focused on one form, they incorporated both, creating pieces that are famous even today. As
the division of line and color are even further eschewed by modern artistic eras, we realize there are no rules for
color, form, and creativity. There are only tastes?
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Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 17:59
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: are we thinking yet?
I know I saw it somewhere, but I could not find the painting, Rape of Europa. What page was it on.?
I agree with you when you say that neither are the winners, and that both exhibit masterful talent.As artwork has
developed, the form of colors and lines have been distorted to the artists design, to the delight of many. I thought a
focus of line was stiff, as the focus on color to loose, but both essential to the progression of all forms of art.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 18:09
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Does line really stimulate the mind?
I believe your right in saying that line stimulates the mind, but what of a painting with only color, and no line
formation. That would also stimulate the mind. I think both are essential and both have their attributes.
Without the emotion provided by color, one might be left only to think....(HaHa)
Interesting bit of info, did you know that the perception of optical illusions depends on cultural attributes. I find that
interesting...
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Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 18:14
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Intention determines which is greater
I agree that the situation may interpret which one should be dominant, which I had never really thought about. The
crispness of line in the Rape of the Sabine Woman demonstrates the desire to make out detail after detail, which
one might feel neccesary due to the subject. I find both just as admirable and important, but did not think of the
subject leading the form...
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 18:34
Author: Magee, Heather <fshme@uaf.edu>
Subject: A personal choice between Color and Line.
Color vs. Line, that is the question. After reading many of your threads and thinking hard and long about what the
differences are between color and line, I would have to say that it is simply a personal preferace to one or the other.
We are all looking at art from a very unique perspective, our own. No one else sees art the way we do; sure we
may agree on a few things but our "perspective" is a one of a kind view. I believe that seeing lines stimulates our
minds. Black, white, and gray lines are the basics to what we see. If we look at a picture for a long time then close
our eyes, what remains in you mind? It is the outline of the object, usually just the line. I also believe that colors
stimulate our minds; so much that our emotions are effected by them. I liked what one lady said about the colors
enhancing moods and how she uses certain colors when she does interior decorating because it is such an
important factor in our daily lives. When talking about visual arts, paintings, pictures, I love color and the effect that
it has on me. However, there are times when black and white (especially in photographs) and simple lines are more
apealing to me. It all depends on what the painting is and what the objective is for the peice of art. Just like a
photograph, I think, "what is the purpose of looking at this? What is the objective?" Do I have an emotional
response or learn something new? Can I walk away feeling inspired or do I feel grief? Line and color employ
different purposes and I think a combination of both is nice. Both aspects together create a good balance. But like I
said, it is a personal choice, and every situation is different and we all have very unique perspectives. We all will
have a totally unique experience when looking at one peice of artwork. It is always interesting to ask my children
what they see when they look at a picture or a painting, they always inspire me to think out of the box (the box that
contains color and line.)
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Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 19:15
Author: Drexler, Lugene <fslad4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color vs Line
The artist I prefer is Nicholas Poussin. Poussin worked in terms of lines which means creating patterns and textures,
to imply three dimensions (pg.XXII ). In Poussin?s Rape of the Sabine Women, the pattern is in the sets of men and
women together. There is a lot of action in the foreground on the left and right with spacing in the middle which
could be a pattern also. I am being stimulated by looking more closely at these paintings in the books. Color in a
painting would be considered to be the sensation produced by various wavelengths of light in different hues.
In comparing Poussin?s Rape of the Sabine Women and Titan?s The Rape of Europa, I saw the influence of
religion in Titan?s painting and it was not very realistic where Poussin?s painting could have actually happen.
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Date: Sat Oct 18 2008 19:23
Author: Drexler, Lugene <fslad4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
Hi There,
I wanted to comment the comment of no color in picture. I think color does bring about more stimulation, but I have
seen black and white photography that is very impressive when it comes to beauty. Liked Poussin's over
Rueben's,because Reubin's painting seems too busy even though Poussin's is busy but there seems better laid out.
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Rusty Drexler
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Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 07:06
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
That was the medium I was refering to. Black and white photoes entice both thought and emotion. A certain amount
of silence and ambiance is added when a picture is reverted to shades of black and white, that color may not
provide.
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Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 13:09
Author: Drexler, Lugene <fslad4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
The black and white photo on page 239 is quite impressive and beautiful. The lack of color do not take away from
the subject matter.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 13:59
Author: Kuiper, Forrest Jade Star <fnfjk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: A personal choice between Color and Line.
I agree with the difference being a personal choice. As with any art form, every person views it differently and has a
different perspective on how they view it.
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Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 14:13
Author: Pallozzi Jr, Lawrence <fslap9@uaf.edu>
Subject: lines
I like Poussin because the painting is more defined. the lines definately make a big difference in paintings to me.
the Ruban paintings are not as defined and are not as appealing to me. the paintings by Poussin and Titian while
both are concerned with the rape of somthing in Titian the Rape of Europa and Poussin Rape of Sabine Women the
name is the only thing that seems like that to me. the Titian painting is similar to Ruban in that the lines are not as
defined.
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Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 15:42
Author: Bozek, Nicole <fsnjb1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
i agree that the fact the picture is missing color doesn't detract from the painting it self but as for preference to me I
would rather look at paintings with lots of color. I love color. Black and white is just soo plain to me.
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Date: Sun Oct 19 2008 15:48
Author: Bozek, Nicole <fsnjb1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
that's not necessarily true. You can have color floating around without an lines even in the painting. For example
the painting called "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grand Jatte" focus on your eyes blending in together to
get the general shape of the people and place based on the dots which i know was created later on but it still
shows how line is not necessary in a painting.
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Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 04:40
Author: Tennyson, Bethany <fsbct1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Titian and Poussin comparison
Titian was an exquisite and unique Renaissance artist whose style of painting involved usually only the colors red
and white. His paintings were brilliant due to the detail brought forth to making a particular object stand out in the
spotlight, even though only the two colors were used. Energy, passion, and violence are all characteristics portrayed
revealed with the use of the color red. In his painting, ?The Rape of Europa,? Titian?s use of the color red brings
the painting to the dramatic and emotional point he wanted to portray.
With a title such as, ?The Rape of the Sabine Women,? you?d anticipate a painting depicting the cruelty and
brutality associated with rape, yet the effect of Poussin's painting is the exact opposite. The title is misleading
because the painting features extreme expressions and gestures but in spite of the dramatic subject the effect it
renders from its audience is an unmoving emotional response. This impassive reaction is reflected on Poussin?s
style of drawing technical and perfect characters, which seem to be frozen from a scene of a play.
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Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 15:00
Author: Magee, Heather <fshme@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Stimulation verses Emotion
I agree! I like what you said about how different situations and moods have an impact on what your preferenced may
be. Personally, it depends not only on my mood and the context of the artwork but whether it is a painting, a
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photograph, an etching, or a crayon drawing by my daughter. It is nice to be able to change our minds and
preferences at the drop of a hat. Today might just be ice cream for me.
Heather
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 15:22
Author: Magee, Heather <fshme@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Titian and Poussin comparison
I disagree with your comment on the title "Rape of the Sabine Women" being misleading. Not to disrespect you by
any means, but when I look at this painting I envision the future events of this moment as well as what is happening
right then. This painting represents the kidnapping of the Sabine women regardless of their marital status or number
children or age. What do you think happened after they took these women? I will assume they were raped sexually,
repeatedly, knowing the history and story behind the painting. But you are right in that the painting doesn't actually
show the sexual rape of the women. To me this painting means the rape of life, freedom, love, and innocence. I
agree that Poussin's work was organized and clean, using line to get his point across, he was a very talented artist.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 23:32
Author: Hundertmark, Amy <fsach13@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I have always liked sketches without color. I believe that they allow you to consider the sketch for what it was
originally intended. I enjoy gray scale sketches so much that I decided to have my tattoo designed in gray scale. My
tattoo is of a lily (which, obviously, is a colored flower) but it has so much depth and dimension in gray scale that I
decided to not add color to it. The long and short of it is that I think line has so much to do with works of art that
color doesn't have to be involved for the work to be beautiful.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 23:35
Author: Hundertmark, Amy <fsach13@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: are we thinking yet?
I agree that not all art would be the same without the certain lines or colors used. For instance, Starry Night would
not be the masterpiece it is without the colors or the lines that were used.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Oct 20 2008 23:53
Author: Bookey, Kimberly <fskab21@uaf.edu>
Subject: Whats more important, color or lines?
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I feel both of these aspects are important when dealing with visual art.
Color plays a powerful role in our world we live in. This characteristic helps us form our thought, ideas, changes our
actions, and causes us to react to things we come across. It is one of the most influential forms of communication
we use in society. We respond to color on many levels. It can be used to describe an object, emotion, symbolic,
and even psychological meaning. Without color the world would be plain and dull.
Lines are just as important as color is. If there were no lines, artwork would look sunken in and not attractive. Even
though lines aren't seen or noticed to much in nature, it is a major concept when depicting objects, symbols, and
defining shapes. Lines are normal and basic characteristics of visual art. They are an artificial device that we use
when we interpret things being used to represent an object of something. They help us in communication, as well as
color does. Lines help describe surfaces, define edges of objects, increases variety of an image. They also change
appearance in how thick, thin, light, dark, solid, broken, and colored. These are just a few techniques to show how
lines are important when observing artwork.
These two aspects are equal in quality when viewing visual art. They both support one another. I can't see one
being better then the other. They both need each other to create a masterpiece for the world to communicate and
understand its meaning.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 00:20
Author: Bookey, Kimberly <fskab21@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I agree that lines are important, but when art work is viewed it should give an understanding of what the artist is
trying to express. This is where color plays an important role. Color is used to express emotions and ideas, without
both of these aspects it is hard to grasp the artists interpretations and thoughts. Both of these characteristics create
visual art.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 03:47
Author: Tennyson, Bethany <fsbct1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Titian and Poussin comparison
Though I agree that this painting represents the rape of life, freedom, love, and innocence, in actuality, none of the
impressions or emotions associated with this horrific event are inflicted and brought out within the viewer; which
refers to the ?misleading? in title I had mentioned. With the word rape in a title my expectation of the painting was
that it would entail the use of reds, bringing energy and a dramatic effect to the painting, such as in, The Rape of
Europa. Cleverly, Poussin?s style of drawing contains technical and perfect characters frozen in time, rather then
using colors to obtain reactions from the viewers, leaving me pleasantly surprised.
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Author: Lawrence, Kerry <fskpl1@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: are we thinking yet?
I found the Rape of Europa online through one of our additional resources - I'm not completely sure which one at
the moment - I'll have to get back to you!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 12:18
Author: Pings, Kayleen <fskap14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: To Kayleen
I do agree with you when you say that line is important. I think that it is important for us to consider art splashes on
canvas though. All of us have seen art classes where we throw color onto an canvas and the color is supposed to
represent out moods and feelings. I have done these as I'm sure many of us have done. This is also important for
the painting "Still Life with Cherries, Strawberries, and Gooseberries". This painting done by Louise Moillon wouldn't
be as vivid without the use of deep colors and contrast. If it were simply a line drawing in black and white it wouldn't
be as interesting.
Art is for everyone, from the high aristocrats to the lowest classes in every country. Intellectuals will appreciate line
more but what about the lower classes? I feel as though color brings us all together in a mutual understanding of
emotion and feeling.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 12:35
Author: Gerdes, Kathleen <fskeg@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
While I think I understand that you are saying that color is vital to a piece, I would say that line is vital as well. Both
are used in combination with the other elements to give a piece meaning, kind of like music--it would be dull without
varieties of notes and dynamics.
Moreover, it'd be extremely hard to separate line and color from each other. Most black and white pictures have
shades of gray involved, and implied lines are formed when two colors meet. The only real difference between works
of line and works of color is in their emphasis of one element over another.
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 12:38
Author: Gerdes, Kathleen <fskeg@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
That is really cool! I definately didn't know that! I should go and read Calvin and Hobbes again!
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 12:42
Author: Saydi, Tasaha <fstmb29@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
Take the same picture on page 239 and put color in it. In would not have the same effect. A women sitting in a
manger with her infant child, with color the portrait might just be though of, as just that. But, when you take away
the color, you add mystery. A close-up of a child sleeping in a stroller, in blask and white, would evoke different
emotions in my opinion, as I believe the picture on page 239 does, as well.
Now take away line...
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 12:43
Author: Gerdes, Kathleen <fskeg@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Baroque Rocks
Jackson Pollack may have used lines and color equally, but they seem pretty random, and not like pictures of any
specific thing. One thing about his works which is kinda neat, I think, is that some studies have been done on his
works, showing that they are fractals. Math and art collide in Pollack's work!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 13:06
Author: Gerdes, Kathleen <fskeg@uaf.edu>
Subject: Complimetary elements
A lot of you all have said that the lines shape the piece, but color gives it meaning (poor color-blind people). I don't
think that line and color work disjointly in a piece, but rather that they work together to develop whatever theme,
meaning, or emotion the artist was trying to express: most black and white photographs and works still have
shading, and lines are implied when two colors are placed next to each other.
Personally, I prefer Poussin's "Rape of the Sabine Women" to Titians because it looks more realistic, well, that and I
can name architectural elements from the building behind the people, and I don't understand why there is a bull in
Titian's painting. However, I like Titan's "Venus with a Mirror" better than I like Poussin's "Rape of the Sabine
Women." Basically, I like to be able to see and understand the artwork, and then pick my favorites from that point.
Rubenistic works generally appeal to me less than Poussinistic ones.
I don't think that which style somebody prefers depends solely on their education level. It seems like a superficial
distinction to me anyway, because in the end it doesn't really matter which style anyone prefers, as long as people
don't get into fist fights over it.
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Author: Shelden, Kimberley <lskas@uaf.edu>
Subject: Painting Styles
Some art depends on line while other focuses on color.
Both forms of art are significant and carry its own value and effectiveness. Certain art has more of a profound effect
with color while other forms of art have a stronger emotional effect with lines. I appreciate both forms of art.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 14:24
Author: Shelden, Kimberley <lskas@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color or lines
I agree with you that they are both significant and carry its own value and effectiveness on the work. I prefer colors
as well.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 14:29
Author: Shelden, Kimberley <lskas@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Whats more important, color or lines?
You are correct in stating that they are both very much needed. Color does have a very profound effect in the world
we live in. Color brings things to life and gives character. Lines are very effective as well, they add much character
and depth, which can also "bring things to life."
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 19:05
Author: Berl, Barbara <fsbab18@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Stimulation verses Emotion
I think just very critically! Thanks
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 19:06
Author: Berl, Barbara <fsbab18@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Whats more important, color or lines?
I totally agree that without line the art work seems to sink. I think this is why I am not fond of much of the
Impressionist work!
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 20:10
Author: Gundersen, Jason <fsjdg14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: The Art of Lines and Colors
I will have to say that in my eyes, there has yet to be a photo in black and white that i have felt more emotion out of
than a piece that is in color. But i do know people that after taking a photo and messing around with it on there
cameras really did like the black and white photos better. It seems like maybe it is just easier to follow the lines in
a black and white picture as opposed to having to pay much more attention to lines and the different colors in that of
a colored piece.
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 20:17
Author: Gundersen, Jason <fsjdg14@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color v. Line
I actually do like that point. I am a person who enjoys color due to the added emotion and possibly more positive
feelings about a peice. But i think that you are right when saying that with the lines and gray scales you really can
create depth. It really is all a personal opinion though as others have said, as well as the piece itself as some
pieces of art may be better in either color, while others are simply better in black and white.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 22:21
Author: Emery, Christel <fscle4@uaf.edu>
Subject: I need color
Although I like and see the importance of both line and color I personally would choose color. The effects you can
get from color have always gotten my attention more. With color you have the wide range of light and shadow and
colors in the painting can completely change it's mood and emotional response. Depending on if you use light or
dark colors or certain colors that have meaning like green can be envy. There is a lot that you can do with line but I
have always loved color. I have always said that I could never live in a world without color, I am the type of person
that goes crazy in places with plain white walls. I also personally tend to like the more dramatic colored paintings,
ones with a lot of pigment, saturation, and use of shadow. That might be why I liked the Baroque paintings. I do
know from taking sculpture that line is very essential for it, it is probably one of the most import parts but in painting
color comes first for me. When we describe things color is one of the first items we use. I know for me color just
creates more feeling.
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Author: Emery, Christel <fscle4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Whats more important, color or lines?
I liked what you said about the world being dull without color and that you need both to make a masterpiece. After
reading what you wrote I also thought more about line. My first response was all about color but I didn't even think
about how lines help with communication. I also forgot to think about the many techniques you can use with line.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 22:47
Author: Stormont, Jason <fsjrs64@uaf.edu>
Subject: To each his own....
Ok, just to clarify before we get going here, Poussin worked with the line, while Rubens emphasized more on color.
The difference is clear. If you look at Rubens' "The Garden of Love," there are many brighter, more vivid colors amid
the plain brown temple behind it and dirt ground below. Just look at the many different colored dresses the women
are wearing in the picture, as well as the trees and clear blue sky in the background. On the other hand, Poussin's
"Rape of the Sabine Women" shows fine outer edges to the figures within, even on the building more rightward.
Because of this detail of lines its easier to gather the emotions within the scenario (that is, if the word "rape" doesn't
tell you so already). I would neither agree or disagree with the argument that line stimulates the intellect. One could
say that the lack of detail could lead one to use his/her imagination to decide EXACTLY what's going on. On the
other hand, with the vivid detail, we engross ourselves into a more specific scenario, and are better able to imagine
ourselves in such a predicament. I am puzzled as to which side I would have to put money on.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 22:50
Author: Stormont, Jason <fsjrs64@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color, line, or maybe shading?
I quite agree. The line defines the boundary and exacts more specific emotion. I would have to say that color wins
over shade, because its vividness brings out emotion more so than shading.
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 23:29
Author: Karns, Brittany <fsbrk6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I enjoyed all of the comments in this thread, and I agree; I like color in my art! I especially appreciate the initial
observation about how color impacts our emotions - not only on a conscious level but also on a scientifically
researched and documented subconscious level. I really like trying to back up opinions with science. Great!
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Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 23:52
Author: Barr, Kimberly <fskdb12@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color vs. Line
Peter Paul Rubens had painted in rich, luminous, glowing color and light rather than in line. When he painted, he
made it possible so that everything had become vigorous to the point of demonstration, even when it was not
required by who he was painting for. Because of this, his paintings appealed more to the eye rather than to the
mind. Nicolas Poussin painted so his figures appeared to be wild gestures and expressions but still the action was
still and the effect was frozen. He worked in terms of line rather than in color so his painting style was intended to
be more for the mind rather to the eye. Appreciation of his paintings meant that one had to know the story that was
being depicted and told. I personally like Nicolas Poussin?s paintings better. They are painted as it whoever is
looking at one can depict and relay what they personally think is going on in the painting.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 23:53
Author: Karns, Brittany <fsbrk6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Complimetary elements
I think I largely agree. I have been thinking about abstract artworks I have seen in which the content appears to
consist of a series of different colored paint splatters. Alternatively, there is much more abstract artwork that employs
slightly more structure than this but is ultimately dominated by the use of a pattern of color that has no actual
subject. While this is a far cry from the works of Ruben, I find that such color-only artwork is pleasant but, at least to
me as a viewer, relatively meaningless.
While I will say that I adore color and colorful artwork as opposed to black and white, I also find that I prefer
Poussin's pieces when compared to Reubens. The structure of the lines do seem to lend a structure to the piece
that I appreciate; I find the seeming lack of differentiation in The Garden of Love and Marie de' Medici, Queen of
France, Landing in Marseilles, a little disconcerting.
Bottom line, however, is that I want both. I don't want color without line, I don't want line without color. I like to
employ both my intellect and senses. I ultimately enjoy art that utilizes my senses most, and yet I find that line is
necessary for this to take place. Conversely, line appeals to my mind, but line with appropriate use of color defines
things all the more.
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 23:54
Author: Karns, Brittany <fsbrk6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Complimetary elements
Whups, just noticed... get it... bottom LINE... (bottom color... nope) haha...
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Date: Tue Oct 21 2008 23:57
Author: Karns, Brittany <fsbrk6@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Intention determines which is greater
Great observation; I hadn't thought about differentiating when one might be more important than another. Thanks!
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Oct 22 2008 00:47
Author: Bookey, Kimberly <fskab21@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Whats more important, color or lines?
Thanks. When taking a minute to think about the two, I realized that lines and color are two equals. They need
each other to create the masterpiece. Without the other one, it is not complete. Glad to see I have others
agreeing!
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Date: Wed Oct 22 2008 16:19
Author: Kuiper, Forrest Jade Star <fnfjk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: I need color
I agree 100 percent with it being a personal choice. That is what I wrote about. One perspective and one opinion will
differ from that of the next person who looks at it.
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Date: Wed Oct 22 2008 21:10
Author: KelJenkins, Deb <rsdfk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color Vs. Line
Color wins hands down.
I like color of all shades and hues. When i look at something or something has caught my eye, it is usually color that
has made me stop and take a second look. I could say to that this is most of the time. There have been times when
the lines in the paintings have made me stop and sometimes have a wow factor.
Lines in bamboo for instance i love and understand, but when it comes to painting i have learned a lot so far but it
is the color by far that draws my attention to a photograph. Just like it does in the book we read.
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Date: Wed Oct 22 2008 21:12
Author: KelJenkins, Deb <rsdfk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: I need color
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I agree with you 100 percent. I love color and the brighter the better. Although i love all colors of all sorts on the
color wheel. I to don't like white walls and don't have any in my house.
i agree to that i could not live in a world with no color. That would be like all of us being of one color with no
variations. What fun would that be?
I like the renaissance period paintings and yes, color creates all kinds of feeling.
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Date: Sat Oct 25 2008 18:48
Author: Wright, Candace <fscmw25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Intention determines which is greater
Elisabeth, how do you feel about combining the two? Intense color as well as depth and lines that draw a person
into the painting... Would love to hear your thoughts.
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Date: Sat Oct 25 2008 18:54
Author: Wright, Candace <fscmw25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color, line, or maybe shading?
Really liked the thought of black and white pictures. Despite it being a print or painting the shading would be a very
important part of line features adding depth- like you said.
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Date: Sat Oct 25 2008 18:58
Author: Wright, Candace <fscmw25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Color is Superior
Do you think that is because the color is the first thing the is obvious to you?
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Date: Sat Oct 25 2008 19:00
Author: Wright, Candace <fscmw25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Stimulation verses Emotion
I think you have it on the emotional side of things. Such as when they paint hospital rooms peach to enhance a
peaceful ambiance.
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Date: Sat Oct 25 2008 19:05
Author: Wright, Candace <fscmw25@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color on the Line
Color is the first aspect of a painting that they eye notices. Even before the lines come into view you can tell if there
is color or not. if there is not appealing colors within the painting a person may not come closer to pay attention to
the details of the painting.
As i was walking in Prague a few weeks ago I noticed a lot of venders along the streets selling paintings. They
always put out their colorful pieces where it would catch the public's eye. The more subtle paintings or detailed were
in the shops or below the brighter paintings.
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Date: Sun Oct 26 2008 11:46
Author: Anklowitz, Ashley <fsana8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Lines VS Color
I am a huge fan of black and white photography and have found that yes sometimes color is needed but the more
important thing to have is lines. With out lines all you have are random colors next to each other. Lines are the
foundation to any piece of art. Statues and architecture are great examples of this. Yes some have color but most
are the color of the material they were made with. And to further that thought with out the lines in those pieces then
they would just me hunks of marble or wood or what ever the case may be.
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Date: Mon Oct 27 2008 20:01
Author: Johnson, Danielle <fsdmj8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I agree that lines are more defining and seem to tell more about the picture
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Date: Mon Oct 27 2008 20:05
Author: Johnson, Danielle <fsdmj8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Lines v.s Color
I enjoy looking at painting that have very definitive lines, versus the art in the impressionist age. I did not really
enjoy a lot of their painting, they seem blurry and out of focus. I like the art of the renaissance era because of the
lines and the shading that gives the painting depth and passion.
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Date: Mon Oct 27 2008 20:07
Author: Johnson, Danielle <fsdmj8@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Sabine Woman and Europa- Lines V. Color
Reading your entry gave me an entirly different way of seeing his picture. Thank-You
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Date: Mon Oct 27 2008 20:49
Author: Biggs, Regena <rabiggs@uas.alaska.edu>
Subject: Re: Woman of Color!
I have to agree, I think the depth of color makes all the difference in how we feel about a piece. I particularly like the
deep, rich, dark, daring colors that seem to be most associated with the Baroque era.
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Author: Biggs, Regena
Subject: Re: The Art of
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Lines and Colors
I would have to agree with you on this, I think it seems to matter what you are looking for in the work that will make
the determination of color or line. When we are looking for specific emotions, I believe that we get it better from a
color piece, yet, the black and white are very diamentional, so it is easier to see where something ends and
something begins.
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Date: Sat Nov 01 2008 19:48
Author: KelJenkins, Deb <rsdfk@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Its a tie
I do agree with you that there are some pictures that do not benefit from colorizing them. It does take away from the
effect the photographer was trying to obtain.
I love the picture of the woman in the manager with her infant child and i would not like to see that picture in color. I
don't think it would have the same soft, serene effect it has now being that it is in black and white.
I think back to my grandparents days when all of their portraits were done in black and white and i have see some
colored over. The effect of the original portrait was lost in the colorizing of it. The softness, etc. was lost somehow.
Not to say that all black and white should stay that way. It has been great to see some old black and white movies
colorized with the technology we have today.
But i think sometimes we should leave well enough alone.
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Date: Thu Nov 06 2008 00:44
Author: Biggs, Regena <rabiggs@uas.alaska.edu>
Subject: line-vs-color
When I am looking a something, i think what allows me to recognize what exactly i am looking is the lines in the
piece, are they broke,or are they solid, they also allow me to determine the dimension of the piece. What the color
does for me is infer the mood of the work. certain colors define a specific mood. after i have determined the
dimension of the piece, i can then determine the mood the artist wants to imply.This will allow me to see the work in
a different light, as opposed to the first assumption i may have about the piece.The impressionist and post
impressionist works are the hardest for me. They are blurry and even though i can look at the piece and know what i
am looking at, i have a very difficult time seeing what the artist might be implying. and this particular era did not
seem to use line, but mostly color.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Nov 06 2008 01:04
Author: Biggs, Regena <rabiggs@uas.alaska.edu>
Subject: photography
I have to say, that to me the invention of photography which led up to moving pictures, was one of the greatest artist
achievements of all time. The fact we could now see things as they were really happening, without an artists
interpretation, was simply remarkable. Mathew Brady was obviously ahead of his time. He was able to see how this
new technology was going to affect the people, even though he died bankrupt, he was able to see this new
technology as something that would lead to people being able to see life in all its glory. Before this time, people
were only able to see what the artist wanted them to see. So, the perception was in the hands of the artist. But, with
photography, this was not the case. The artist would take the picture in all its reality and gory detail, and then the
viewer was able to react to the work without any undue prompting by the artist.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Nov 10 2008 11:44
Author: Scott, Amber <fsajs24@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Appealing to a broader audience appeals to me
I am reminded of how much of the viewers response is dependent on our own personal experiences and
backgrounds. Color and line are important, but so are many other factors that play on our emotions.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Nov 12 2008 16:27
Author: Spehar, Joni <fsjms64@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: line-vs-color
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You make a very vaild point about lines vs. colors. However, lines are being out dated. Colors are more updated and
better looking.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Wed Nov 12 2008 16:32
Author: Spehar, Joni <fsjms64@uaf.edu>
Subject: lines vs color
I have to say that colors are the new age. When paintings are done these days lines tend to disappear. Even
furnature sleek lines are going away. Colors make paintings original and more discreet. I would have to say that
lines help with deffinition but not making painting more easier to see.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Nov 13 2008 16:00
Author: Vallejos, Kelsey <fskjv4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Color vrs. Line
In my Opinion color has always been a bigger factor in pulling in interest and detailing an emotion in any kind of
drawing, painting, or photography. Lines can bring out an image and make you understand it better but without
using any kind of color to manipulate the senses I think it would fall flat. You've heard constantly in classes that
using darker colors and really high contrasts make a more dramatic effect than using really soft colors. That's why
on baby blankets you constantly see these light colors being used, it's supposed to be calming. Personally I'm drawn
to the color and that was another topic I was talking about in the other discussion thread about Northern vrs. Italian.
The color differences is what made one of them stand out more to me, not the lines and how they were used.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Thu Nov 13 2008 16:09
Author: Vallejos, Kelsey <fskjv4@uaf.edu>
Subject: Re: Lines VS Color
I didn't pick the same choice as you but I did like your argument towards the lines. I didn't even think about statues
but that is a valid point. Depending on what form of art you are looking at, which determine if lines or color is better.
Forum: Color vs. Line - Discussion Board 3
Date: Mon Nov 17 2008 18:19
Author: Calvo, Ashley <ancalvo@uas.alaska.edu>
Subject: Color vs. Line
As much as seeing lines drawn into things we could possibly be familiar with, I feel that without color there is no
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sense of emotion or extra information I'm getting out of the piece of art. Having the lines drawn in and showing what
the actual situation is going on helps to an extent when it comes to figuring out the basics of the artist's idea.
There are so many pieces of art that are in just lines of ink and pencil, or even shaded with graphite so there is no
color, but what if it IS the color of the drawing? Greys, whites and blacks are considered shades and not a color, but
even so, it could depict as the artist's emotion as well. As the human eye interacts with the other typical warm and
cool colors we get a sense that there is a reason the artist used this color, or used that color. It gives the painting,
drawing, etc. that extra bit of information about the message that is being portrayed.
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