What is the central idea of your concentration?

The central idea of my concentration is focusing on the details in the older architecture of France. I feel that there is a lot more detail in older architecture than there is now in newer architecture around the world. They spent more time on the buildings even though the technology was not nearly as advanced. There was not the ‘cookie cutter’ buildings which most styles of buildings follow now since the 1950’s. I also like the stone that was used to make the buildings. I wanted to be able to show the wear that was put on the buildings over time and the stains that were left.

How does the work in your concentration demonstrate the exploration of your idea? You may refer to specific images as examples.

I used a graphite pencil to explore my concentration. I feel that I was able to explore different textures using a pencil. I was able to use straight, thin lines and do large shading. I have drawn many different types of architecture from buildings to gates to towers. I have done larger buildings and closer views to try to best exemplify the detail put into the architecture of France. I also worked on making my pieces darker to match the cloudy days that I took the pictures on.

Concentration

I explored architecture and the detail put into it through my concentration.

Aqueduct

Big Ben

Distant Church

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