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The personal touch
The physical presence of art is part of its power, and texture enhances
this presence. Almost all artwork has a tactile quality, including most
original fine art prints. The thickness of the paint or the raised line
of an etching reminds us that the work was created by hand, and invites
our touch. The temptation to touch a lush surface can be so irresistible
that many museums use red velvet ropes as a reminder that we should
look, but not touch richly textured artworks.
An added dimension
Texture adds dimension not only to the surface of the work, but also to
our emotional understanding of the work. Textures can make a work seem
inviting and pleasant, or menacing and uncomfortable. The artworks
below all use different textures to convey a mood or sensation. What
does each texture convey to you?
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Charles Lindsay |
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Tara Thacker |
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