Narrative through Composition
Learning to arrange elements within a composition to tell a story or convey a specific message about identity.
Key Questions
- Analyze how visual hierarchy guides the viewer's eye through a composition.
- Construct a composition that uses layering to suggest the passage of time or multiple identities.
- Evaluate how positive and negative space contribute to the narrative of an artwork.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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