Elements of Traditional Composition by Glenn Vilppu

In this 10-week course, master artist Glenn Vilppu will teach you the fundamental elements of composition used in pictorial art. You will study the important aspects of composition like movement, force, opposites, geometry, and many more. Glenn will show you how the Old Masters utilize these compositional concepts in their creations. Afterward, you will watch Glenn’s demonstration on how to apply those elements to your artwork using a traditional step-to-step approach. After completing this course, you will gain a deep understanding of composition and be able to transform your artistic ideas into visually effective outcomes.

• Week 1: Movement and Force
• Week 2: The Use of Opposites
• Week 3: The Frame and 2D/3D Concept
• Week 4: Geometry and Structure
• Week 5: Composing with Tones and Figures
• Week 6: Composing with Groups of Figures
• Week 7: Subjective Elements
• Week 8: Composing with Color
• Week 9: Multiple-Figure Composition Demonstration I
• Week 10: Multiple-Figure Composition Demonstration II