How Does Kline Create An Oil Pint?

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The first section of the of the Corinthian II (Image 2 )has more weight in it. This weight is created by the energy represented in the diagonal lines, that in addition to already represent movement or energy the deep and dark color of the oil paint gives a greater sense of power to the lines. The come together to impact the only horizontal line, which are associated with strength and power. The diagonals shock the horizontal line with such energy that the horizontal line is bent, to the point that a small portion of the energy in the diagonal lines is transferred to the other section that is nearly clear of energy except for the impact point. This is how Kline created symmetrical balance in the Corinthian II, by dividing his work in two sections and giving one substantially more weight and the other section close to no weight. …show more content…

The use of oil pints where first used throughout the Middle Ages. One of the most famous works of art created in the Middle Ages with oil based paint is the Mona Lisa created by Leonardo da Vinci. Kline was drawn to oil based paints due to the oils texture and glow. In addition is a very durable style of paint when used properly. Even if Franz Kline was making innovative oil based paintings, Kline’s work was not considered contemporary. “Although Kline’s work was confrontational and very ambitious, he cannot be considered revolutionary.” There were some artist that came before Kline, like Jackson Pollock, as a result Kline abstract pieces of art work where not seen as