Creative Blog

This photo is a picture of water supply hose being tested to insure that it will function properly in case of an emergency. I chose this photo because the hose creates receding lines that grow closer together until they meet at the end of the road. This photo demonstrates Linear Perspective.

Activity #7 Write About it

There are hundreds of cultures and ethnic religions in this world, all of which have their share of Gods and Goddesses. In this exhibition you will have the opportunity to view several paintings of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. At the first glace you will notice that all of the paintings incorporate a halo or light that surrounds the God or Goddess, illuminating them and portraying them as a supreme being. The theme of the paintings in the exhibition is the Sacred Realm. All of the paintings were created using the Harish Johari Wash Painting Technique. With this technique special consideration to how the face, hands, feet and posture of the being are vital. “Hand gestures have their own symbolism and language and are used as a way to express emotion.” Many design principles and techniques are used to illustrate these paintings.

The first painting entitle “Shiva and Shakti in the Brain” was painted by Heidi Rauhut in 1984. In this painting the two Gods are joined at the head. The two heads creates a mass in the shape of a brain. The mass is surrounded by a shining light, illuminating their glory. Complementary colors of light blue and light orange create a since of tranquility within the painting. The symmetrical balance of the conjoined heads is not just a coincidence. “The right hemisphere of the brain is represented by Shakti and the left side by Shiva, the female and the male principle, synonymous of the rational and emotional aspects of human consciousness.”

Like the painting of Shiva and Shakti, the second painting “The people Bathe in Gonga” by Pieter Weltervede in 1996 creates a since of tranquilty. Illuminating skies and the use of cool colors and monochromatic harmonies of blue dominate the painting. The river itself is sacred and provides a mean of salvation to the masses of people that congregate along the rivers shore. The Receding landscape and river indicate an atmospheric perspective. Gonga is a Hindu God who was created in the form of a river where humans can bathe in order to become purified.

The remainder of the paintings in the exhibition were created by Pieter Welterved between 1998-2002. The “7 Chakras” incorporates movement through a whirlwind of elements that surround the Supreme Being. Each of the elements seems to have its own texture and corresponds with an area of the body, certain behavioral characteristics and a stage of spiritual growth. Some complementary colors are used however; once again cool colors dominate the painting. Unlike the pattern of cool colors being used in the previous paintings, warm, colors are used in the painting of “Ganesha”. Ganesha is the God with the elephant head that represents spirituality. The Goddess “Saraswati” is the god of Arts and Literature. The instrument in her hands is parallel with the wings of the swan that she rides in on, thus creating an isometric perspective. A Foreshortened swan places the blue skies far behind them. As the moon shines, a halo effect is created around the head of Saraswati. Most of the paintings in this exhibition are calming and soothing, but the last painting effects the emotions negatively. The red halo and black background of the painting gives it a demonic feel. “Kali” is the goddess of death. In each of her eight arms is a violet weapon or symbol of death. What a way to use unity within this painting!

In the Hidu religion are many Gods and Goddesses. All of which have their own meaning and representation. Design elements and principles are incorporated to display these Gods and their overall meaning and importance in the Indian culture.

Activity #6 Blog it

“Shiva and Sakti in the Brain”
By Heidi Rauhut, 1984
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on high grade paper
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

“The People Bath in Ganga”
By Pieter Welteverede, 1996
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on silk
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

“7 Chakras”
By Pieter Welteverede, 1998
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on high grade paper
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

“Ganesha”
By Pieter Welteverede, 2000
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on silk
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

“Saraswati”
By Pieter Welteverede, 2001
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on silk
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

“Kali”
By Pieter Welteverede, 2002
Harsh Johari Wash Painting Technique on silk
The Sanatan Online Indian Art Gallery @ sanatansociety.com

Creative Blog

Complementary colors, red and green are used to create this intese photo. This red hydrant against a green wall would catch the eye of any wagon driver looking for a quick water source to put out the fire.

Activity #5 (Late Entry)

The Rebuke of Adam and Eve
The oil on canvas painting created by Dominichino in 1626, entitle the Rebuke of Adam and Eve tells there story according to the bible. The theme of this painting is Stories and Histories. The title itself perfectly describes what Dominichino has depicted in the painting.

The story of Adam and Eve has been passed on through the generations by way of the bible and story telling. Through his painting, Dominichino tells the most memorable part of the story. There rebuke and expulsion from the Garden of Eden. Design elements such as implied lines are created through had gestures and pointing as God Rebukes Adam, Adam blames Eve, and Eve blames the serpent. These hand gestures are used as directional cues that place emphasis on the main characters of the story. As rebuke and blame is passed a hierarchical scale is created. God rebukes Adam whom, he created first, in the image of himself. Adam then blames Eve, whom God created to help Adam. And Eve blames the serpent. God had placed Adam and Eve over all the animals and creatures in the garden.

Color plays a big part in telling the final outcome for Adam and Eves. Adam and Eve are cast into darkness. There practically bare skin against the dark brush and cliffs while God floats above them both, elevated in the blue skies above the darkness.

The Miraculous Draught of Fishes
The Oil on canvas painting created by Jacope Bassano in 1545, entitled The Miraculous Draught of Fishes also tells a story. The theme of this painting is driven by the title which represents the story that is being told.

Like the rebuke of Adam and Eve, this painting is also bible based and is a story that has been passed down through the generations. Bassano uses cool colors to create a calm atmosphere. The receding waters become one with a pale sky which varies in values of blue. The men are in their boats fishing. As the men bend over the side of the boat, a technique called foreshortening is used to place emphasis on the quantity of fish they have just caught. I takes three men to pull in the net from the sea. Miraculously, the men are able to catch more fish than they imagined. The painting clearly narrates the miracle that has just been performed by Jesus who is set apart from the other men by the halo above his head.

Creative Blog "Redo" Activity 3

This photo represents Symmetrical Balance. If a line were drawn from the point of the helmet to the bottom of the face mask, the features on each side would alomst be identical. The eyes, the nose, the mouth, and the ear flaps create balance within the photo.



This animated picture is of 2 firefighters. One is a career firefighter while the other is a volunteer firefighter. Though they seem to be one team, working towards a common cause, volunteer and career firefighters don't typically get along. This photo represents Asymmetrical balance because though they appear to be on the same team, they are unable to work together as on unit.

Color Game (Late Entry)

Click Here