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Istvan Ilosvai Varga: Artist Deep-Dive

Studying Varga's work allows students to explore the intersection of Expressionist emotion, Cubist form, and Post-Impressionist color theory. Students can learn how to use simplified shapes and expressive colors to convey mood and perspective.

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Istvan Ilosvai Varga: Artist Deep-Dive

Capturing the subtle variations in color and value within the apples.

Color mixing and achieving the right tones.

Capturing the subtle shifts in light and shadow on the figure.

Simplifying shapes

Expressive brushwork

Capturing the likeness of the figure with expressive brushstrokes.

Capturing the atmospheric perspective through value and color changes.

Simplifying complex shapes.

Simplifying the forms of the buildings and tree.

Simplifying complex shapes