Dwg II Formalism

a. In your own words how would you define Formalism?

Formalism is based purely on good design. It is not conceptual, but deals with the fundamentals of design. It is based on aesthetics and form. It seems very simple, yet very informative.

b. Kadinsky, Mondrian and Malevich are all considered to be early Morn Abstractionists. After looking at their art which artist do you think best fits
into your own definition of Formalism and why?

I think Mondrian fits best with my definition of formalism. I think this because he uses geometric abstract shapes that are easy to interpret and are unobjective. It is based upon the fundamentals of design and it feels relaxing to look at without trying to think what he is trying to get across.

c. Pick one of these artists and discuss how their artwork fits into Formalism?

Agnes Martin bases her work on abstracted lines. These lines made her work unobjective with the detail and spacing between lines. Her work feels very structured and relaxed. Everything is where it should be, having no conflict between lines. The piece has no concept, but is using simple lines to make something that is stimulating to see. Her work is done for arts sake and not to relay a message.

d. Find an artist on The Drawing Center’s Viewing Program Web site that relates to your drawing for this project. How does there art relate to your concept, subject and style?

I picked Arturo Herrera because his work is very close to mine in how I'm trying to portray my vision. He likes to collage very random, abstract shapes and uses very unique compositions. This fits tightly with mine in that I'm creating multiple compositions flowing into each other on one big composition. I find a close connection with his work.