A lecturer for many years, Chris introduced us to the principles of perspective and their importance in the composition of good art.
A keen climber in his time, Chris has viewed many a good subject from an altogether different perspective to most of us, and whilst it was not an easy subject for some to get to grips with (indeed all artists struggle!) his talk enlightened the uninitiated and clarified difficult issues for others.
Using some of his own work to demonstrate, particularly around townscapes and the complexity of roofline and sightline, Chris also explained the 'magic' of shadow in perspective.
His paintings from France showed the use of good arial perspective, something which many artists avoid if they can. It was a timely demonstration as members begin to plan their Autumn painting output for the Society's November Exhibition! Grateful thanks to Chris for coming to Ledbury.
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