A Chinese Grid-combining Chinese and Western Approaches to Composition

Date
2019
Authors
Li, Jiashu
Supervisor
Gilderdale, Peter
Chen, Chen
Item type
Research Project
Degree name
Master of Design
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Auckland University of Technology
Abstract

Western researchers often choose classic Western paintings as research objects and less frequently consider the artistic works of other cultures. Similarly, Chinese studies have traditionally tended to focus on Chinese culture. At present, most Chinese domestic research on traditional Chinese painting is in the stage of theoretical analysis, which lacks practice-led research, let alone practice-based responses. This research project aims to study the commonality of composition between Chinese and Western styles, conducting a large number of experimental analyses through combining Western and Chinese compositions. It thus integrates aspects of Chinese and Western culture to discuss and analyse the visual aesthetics brought about by this particular compositional model.

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Chinese ink painting , Taoist aesthetics , Grid , Hybrid composition
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