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Introduction to Art/Conceptualizing A Work of Art
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Methodology: A body of practices, procedures, and rules used by those who work in a discipline or engage in an inquiry.
Convergent Practices
Usually a linear process.
1- Define your Goal or Problem
2- Research potential concepts, Reference visual materials, and Reflect on others who have achieved similar goals
3- Develop the Concept; the idea or expression to be conveyed
4- Develop the Visual Component
5- Create and execute
6- Evaluate the results then revise and refine the work
See Creativity and Convergent Production
Consider the medium most suitable for your goal.
Divergent Practices
Usually a non-linear process that requires:
Intuition
Experience
Mimicry