Texture

 Texture 1

This composition has four various textures.  There may be an illusion that there are more textures, but this is because of the layout of the composition.  I chose this layout because I was experimenting with cropping squares in the textures.  I wanted the eye to be directed toward the center of the composition and than to explode outwards.  I explored the juxtaposition and organization of the collection by spreading out the values.  This allows for the composition to have different contrasts in the tint of gray.  I chose for the center to be lighter because I wanted it to stand out against the dark grid behind it.

Texture 2

This composition has five various textures.  I used juxtaposition in attempt to have a form of directional movement because of the triangles forming arrows.  In this piece, I also spread out the different values.  I didn't want any two textures to have the same shade of gray, and I wanted the details and lines of the textures to stand out.  I chose to use each of these textures because of their differences.  I was sure to place the two grid-like textures on opposite sides of the composition in order to balance it.  Overall, I am thrilled at how both of my pieces are very different, but are unified because of the straight lines and sharp edges.

Final Composition

My final composition has many various textures and materials.  When I decided I wanted to use this piece, I explored in the art room until I found the perfect texture for each part.  I pushed myself hard when I was frustrated with my composition.  There were times when I could not cut the burlap the right length, the nails were falling out, and could not find the perfect texture.  I took my time to put the composition together in the way I wanted it to look.  I believe this composition translates well to the original one I did on the computer (see above).  Known of the textures I used were similar to the original one, but everything came together and looked good.  I believe I was very involved while evaluating others artwork.  Some of my classmates told me that they liked the geometric portion to my piece, and that it was well balanced.  Although this is not a color project, they thought the colors went well together and brought out the different textures.  For example, they liked the black netting on the white background.  My classmates compositions were all well done, and I thought the different pieces in my group of 4 actually went very well together.  They all balanced each other out and looked like they could be seen together.  I believe I am able to communicate my aesthetic insights and concepts well.  There is always room for improvement, so I hope I am able to help my classmates further reflect on their compositions in the future.