Summary of "ADONNA KHARE : IN THE CLOUDS"
Summary
In the video "Adonna Khare: IN THE CLOUDS," artist Adonna Khare discusses her creative process and the emotional significance behind her artwork, particularly focusing on themes of connection, nature, and personal experiences.
Artistic Techniques and Concepts:
- Contrast in Drawing: Emphasizes the satisfaction of pulling out whites and blacks in her artwork to create depth and separation.
- Use of Models: Utilizes her horse, William, and other animals as life models to study anatomy and proportions, highlighting the similarities between human and animal forms.
- Response to Life Events: The artwork reflects her personal journey, particularly following her father's diagnosis with a brain tumor and subsequent passing, which influenced the themes of change and unpredictability.
- Continuous Creation: Works on small and large pieces simultaneously, allowing ideas to flow between them, creating a cohesive body of work.
- emotional journey: The creation of a large bear piece represents her emotional response to her father's illness and death, illustrating the impact of personal loss on her art.
- symbolism of stitching: Uses stitching and tying in her work to symbolize connections between individuals and nature, exploring the complexity of these relationships.
Steps and Materials:
- Materials: Various drawing tools for creating contrasts in her artwork.
- Process:
- Begin with small studies to explore ideas.
- Transition to larger pieces based on insights gained from smaller works.
- Incorporate personal experiences and emotions into the artwork.
- Use animal models for anatomical reference and inspiration.
Contributors:
- Adonna Khare
- William (her horse)
Category
Art and Creativity
