Still life

This still life by a student captures reflections of pears in a metal teapot
Still life is a collection of objects arranged in a specific compositionArrangement of different elements within an artwork or design..
The collection could be based on:
- personal items
- objects found in a particular environment
- objects linked to a theme
- objects of the same material
Consider the arrangement carefully. Think about how the objects lead a viewer's eye round the painting and how different objects can create harmoniousGoing well together. Things that are harmonious are similar and have elements in common. and contrastingObviously different. Having opposite qualities.
Think about:
- lighting
- colour palette (cool or warm colours)
- painting techniques
- media and surfaces
Click through the slideshow for examples of still life paintings:

Image caption, Student still life painting

Image caption, Japanese Still Life with Origami Swan, 2008, Dame Elizabeth Blackadder, watercolour and collage

Image caption, Still Life with Fruit Dish by Paul Cézanne, 1879-80, oil on canvas
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