Original design (Look at the scroll · Talk about the scroll - two volumes)

Author: Lü Shengzhong
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Publish Date: 2002-12-01
Features: As part of the Illustration Treasure Collection series, this book is based on the lecture notes of the widely popular "Fundamentals of Form" course, combining numerous works as examples. It guides readers to discover the psychological or spiritual qualities of artistic forms across various styles, inspiring creators and appreciators to retain a genuine perspective on the world beyond scientific cognition. The book is divided into two parts—The Lecture Volume and The Viewing Volume—with a warm and approachable tone, insightful critiques, and over 400 illustrations systematically categorized. As a textbook or supplementary reading, it is suitable for various art and design majors in higher education institutions; for amateur enthusiasts, it offers compelling and engaging references.
Do only those who master scientific methods paint? Traditional Chinese painters didn’t, traditional folk artists didn’t, and children certainly didn’t. Yet, they all painted, and many of them painted exceptionally well, even becoming artistic classics. Why are the results of our "form-making" so different from theirs? What causes this disparity? Are we more advanced, or are they? Without "science," what did they have? With "science," what are we missing? Central Academy of Fine Arts professor Lü Shengzhong offers a "Fundamentals of Form" course for students who are often perplexed. From folk craftsmanship to modern art, from famous works to student exercises, the author follows the illustrations to explore the psychological subjectivity of expressive methods, encouraging readers to express and appreciate freely within the journey.