This week’s art class was centered around monochromatic landscape paintings.

Here are some examples:

We were asked to choose one “true hue” color, and to make two shades of the color and two tints of the color. (Shades are made by adding black, and tints are made by adding white) This refers to something known in art as Value.

Value

Value in art is the lightness or darkness of a color. It is one of the seven elements of art and helps artists create contrast, depth, and the illusion of three-dimensional form. By using a range of values (tints to dark shades), artists can make their work look more realistic and highlight important areas.

Here is my Painting!

Artist Statement

This painting is titled “The Hiker,” and reflects my connection to both nature and Girl Guides, two spaces where I have been shaped the most. The mountain landscape represents the hikes and outdoor adventures that I’ve done in Girl Guides. The layered hills and mountains in the background symbolize the different adventures I have been on, and the beautiful mountains in the Kootenays. The soft variations of purple create depth and value, showing how even within one color, many shades and tints can make a masterpiece. Overall, this painting showcases the peaceful feeling of walking in nature. It is a reflection of personal growth, adventure, and the strength I have built through Girl Guides.