Weekly BobBlast Issue 502

Cantilever Design Composition… One of my Favorites!

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This BobBlast features one of my go-to compositions I use when painting abstracts, figures, floral and landscapes. It is the Cantilever Composition… also known as Off-Balance, Asymmetric, Askew or Disproportion!

Simply put - This composition is a whole lot of something on one side and a small, alone thing on the other side. It may not seem visually balanced, but it is an esthetic design from nature that is surprisingly attention-getting.

For this Composition, think:

• BIG vs small

• Chaos vs order

• Soft edges vs hard edges

It is up to the painter to create a “balanced” composition, without the constraints of making the painting symmetrical. For me, asymmetrical is a lot more interesting and freeing than trying to create symmetry. You can achieve that in your painting by using contrasting light and dark colors or values, bright colors and neutrals and also balancing shapes–whether you are using geometric shapes or organic shapes. The possibilities of play are endless!

This strong compositional design can also suggest an emotional title and message…

•Isolation

•Privacy

•Alone Time

•Away from the Crowd

You get the idea!

Just go for the balance… a whole lot of stuff one one side and a little bit of stuff on the other!

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•March 5, 2024

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•May 12-18, 2024

Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting

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•May 20-24, 2024

Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage

Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff, Boone, North Carolina

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•June 16-21, 2024

Non-Objective Mixed Media

AND

•June 22-23, 2024

Loose Florals & Landscapes

Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat, Lac du Flambeau, WI

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•April 6-7, 2024

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•April 27-28, 2024

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•July 20-21, 2024

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2024

•February 29, 2024

Painting Light & Shadows - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•March 5, 2024

Bob’s Monthly Online Demo

“Painting with Luminous Colors”

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•March 9-10, 2024

Loosen Up Painting! - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•March 14-17, 2024

Robert Burridge Studio Mentor Workshop

Come paint with Bob in his Studio in Arroyo Grande, CA

(includes individual mentor time, demonstrations and personal theme development)

4-day Workshop/Mentor Program, limited to 7 enrollees

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•March 20, 2024

Abstract Florals from Loose, Colorful Splatters - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•March 22-24, 2024

Robert Burridge 3-Day Instructional Studio Workshop

Painting with Dry Pigments, Chalks & Powders - IN-PERSON WORKSHOP

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•April 6-7, 2024

Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•April 13, 2024

Quick & Easy Drip Tree Tricks - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•April 19-21, 2024

Abstract Figurative - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•May 4-5, 2024

Painting Figures without Painting Figures - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•May 12-18, 2024

Non-Objective Mixed Media Painting

Hudson Valley Art Workshops, Greenville, NY

Contact Kim LaPolla (518) 966-5219 or (888) 665-0044

Click here for more info

•May 20-24, 2024

Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage

Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff, Boone, North Carolina

Contact Meghann Williams (828) 263-5451

meghann@cheapjoes.com

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•May 29, 2024

Figures in an Abstract Landscape! - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•June 1-2, 2024

Paint Bob’s Circus! - ONLINE WORKSHOP

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•June 10-14, 2024

Robert Burridge 5-Day Instructional Studio Workshop

Abstract Acrylic Painting & Collage

5-day Workshop in Bob’s Arroyo Grande, CA Studio

Limited to 10 enrollees

Contact Kate@RobertBurridge.com for fees and details.

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•June 16-21, 2024

Non-Objective Mixed Media

Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat, Lac du Flambeau, WI

Contact (715) 588-3143 or art@dillmans.com

Click HERE for more info

•June 22-23, 2024

Loose Florals & Landscapes

Dillman’s Art Workshop Retreat, Lac du Flambeau, WI

Contact (715) 588-3143 or art@dillmans.com

Click HERE for more info

For more 2024 Workshop Dates click here!

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Cantilever Design Composition… One of my Favorites!

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