Crane, Walter, 1845-1915 · London : G. Bell · leaf 32
endeavour to show by the qualityof our line the difference between the fine springingcurves in the structure of the lily, the solid seed-centre and stiff radiation of the petals of the daisy,and the delicate silky folds of the poppy. But, as leaves come before flowers, it would bebest to begin with… … INES OF CHARACTERIZATION IN THE FORM AND FEATURE OFFLOWERS : LILY AND POPPY. Is not being full enough : it may look meagre infuality and small in definition of form. This QUALITY OF LINE probably arises from not allowing enough space—from setting the outline too much within theboundary of the form.…
Drawing · Decoration and ornament
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