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I think the word rules in this case it incorrect it should be aids to painting as I’m sure that some find them useful, it the same as say there are basic rules to mixing colours , really it the is a recipe for mixing colours . The word dukes is something that in our modern age has become a bit of a red rag to a bull , as it’s understood as meaning you must do , originally it was most likely used into context of this works if you need it to help you, today rules is seen as being ordered to do it a certain way. I find it difficult to try and explain what I mean just hope it makes some sense.
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I did say people do not like rules and I replaced that with guide lines. This is the problem with the forum. Things are taken out of context we all do it. Then the whole message is trampled on. What Alan started on the thread was in a way was showing and encouraging to compose compositions. But mention teaching, rules and school, learning about the tools in art, wow, trouble ahead.
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I’m sure a lot of those who choose a formal art education will find the rules (or guidelines) a valuable source of teaching, but for other, often more creative, types they can be seen as too prescriptive and some will drop out of formal education to follow their own path. I guess it’s what suits the individual.
I’m sure a lot of those who choose a formal art education will find the rules (or guidelines) a valuable source of teaching, but for other, often more creative, types they can be seen as too prescriptive and some will drop out of formal education to follow their own path. I guess it’s what suits the individual.Edited
by Jenny Harris
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I don’t think it’s this forum only John and I’m sure you would agree that on most forums there is misunderstanding, reading things differently etc. That is one of the things about forums sometimes things inadvertently get misunderstood or some feels very strongly about something and take exception to it , what it can accomplish is an understanding of how some people feel about it, unfortunately it can also lead to disagreements. It all sorts out in the one way or another and we move on. Unfortunately it then tends to alter the initial discussion not always for the better.
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I used thumbnails last summer during a short plein air course with the sketching club. It was encouraged. It was useful when looking at complex outdoor areas in trying to narrow down a composition. It is a tool I have taken on board. I am self taught and as for rules and guidelines I have found some of them very useful in moving forward. Of course I do read and have learned much from members here and from the site itself. We take what is useful but at the end of the day, the individual has the decision to see if rules and guidelines will expand their practice or if they feel they can improve in isolation. It's a personal choice. I practice the Bargue plates and sight size drawing, some people would think this is old fashioned but it's a personal choice. Other paintings, drawing are done by eyeballing. I don't use grids. Again a personal choice. The most important aspect in art is that we enjoy what we are doing most of all.
