My art is too advanced.

Chapter 347 They're still too conservative when it comes to abstract concepts! (Seeking monthly votes!!!)

He felt that he was not a professional painter, so there was no need for him to directly engage in abstract art. Instead, he wanted to create abstract works based on certain artistic foundations.

However, he only showed off his skills superficially.

He picked up a paintbrush from the side, with a rectangular piece of paper in the center.

After hearing this, everyone around turned around.

"It's truly an eye-opener to see Mr. Zhou's paintings. I never imagined that Mr. Zhou not only draws design drafts, but also has expertise in painting."

"However, it is actually correct to have studied painting, because deconstructionism, when applied to painting, may be more outstanding than architecture."

"It can't be said to be more outstanding, but it is definitely more convenient and more easily understood and accepted by the public."

The man tried to smooth things over, but everyone actually understood what he meant.

Professor Zhou's achievements in architecture, even his abstract buildings, have now fully entered into an architectural style unique to him.

Therefore, it cannot be said that this philosophical concept is unsuitable for application in architecture.

However, it is indeed more acceptable and can be more outstanding when applied to painting.

Those of us who do painting definitely want to innovate and introduce a new model. This kind of fragmented content is very suitable for a new approach.

However, since you originally referenced it from architecture, you can't say that this thing is unsuitable for use in architecture.

however.

The architectural model itself is not suitable for everyone.

Because top-tier designers are extremely rare, and only designers like Mr. Zhou can freely draw whatever they want.

Basically, most domestic designers, from middle to lower levels, are expected to follow a set procedure and draw what the client wants.

Traditional architectural designs may not be particularly stunning, but they are always safe and sound.

Many industries are driven by the idea of ​​not seeking merit but merely avoiding success, and only top talents can do what they want to do at will, and only top talents can meet the general public's perception of the industry.

For example, in architectural design, those at the bottom can only keep drawing blueprints, or even drawing the same blueprints repeatedly. Even Zhou Yue initially drew basic and introductory blueprints at an architectural design company, which wasn't a problem. However, his superiors gave him a different blueprint and asked him to modify it.

Moreover, as the money was passed down layer by layer, by the time it reached him, there was almost no money left.

Most people in this industry are like that, just getting by and doing their jobs just getting by.

However, to outsiders, designers are glamorous and capable of designing top-tier real estate projects and public buildings.

It can be said that the industry as seen by outsiders may be quite different from the environment in which one is in the industry.

Zhou Yue just smiled.

Indeed, such abstract philosophical concepts originated from philosophy and aesthetics, with painting being the most common manifestation of this.

Because painting is the most fundamental and universal art form, even street graffiti is a manifestation of art.

Most importantly, this art does not require strong artistic skills or high aesthetic standards, meaning the threshold is very low.

It could be said that this is only now gaining attention in the world, which is perhaps a sign of being behind the times.

"Yes, it's surprising that our loose alliance was able to invite Professor Zhou himself. Professor Huo has really gone to great lengths."

"Yes, Professor Huo has put in a lot of effort for our small group."

"Don't blame me for this. Yingjie invited him. It has nothing to do with me."

"I was just responsible for going out to greet them."

Professor Huo was also smiling.

They were very excited that Teacher Zhou was able to attend this art exhibition.

Zhou Yue didn't think much of it and just smiled and replied, "We've always kept in touch with the China Academy of Art, and we're friends. I have a great friendship with both Professor Huo and Yingjie, so if you need anything, just let me come over. If I'm not available, I'll have my students come."

"In short, I would still attend such a grand event."

"Draw a character."

Zhou Yue thought for a moment, then picked up the paintbrush in his hand.

He scribbled randomly on the paper in front of him, but only a few people could see the skill behind it.

A simple portrait almost leaps off the page.

An aged figure also emerged from his brushstrokes.

however.

This painting seems to be more than just a depiction of figures.

An elderly figure is placed below.

It's just a profile picture.

Moreover, the characters' expressions and their lifelike postures are very clear.

However, the character's face was stained with blood.

The blood was dyed a very bright red color, making it seem as if it wasn't human blood.

It's impossible to tell whose blood it is.

The characters' expressions are extremely exaggerated and terrified.

At this point, Zhou Yue changed to a different color of oil paint and began painting the hair of the figure.

However, there is hardly any hair, which is as if the painting is almost divided in two, with messy vines on the figures' heads.

Several birds were flying on the vines, and a cat and a dog were perched on them.

Even the expressions and fur of the cats and dogs can be seen clearly.

Therefore, the whole picture is presented very clearly.

The painting depicts a human head, but the person's expression is one of terror, and there is some blood on their face; it's unclear whose blood it is.

Above the portrait, where hair should be, is represented by messy vines.

A cat and a dog were lying on the vines.

Further up, there are some birds adding to the ambiance.

The audience was practically mesmerized.

This is what deconstructionism is all about!

Disassemble traditional things and then reassemble them into new things.

Everything in front of me looks chaotic, but it's clear that each piece could stand alone as a painting.

This painting can be divided into several parts.

The character's facial expressions are one part of it.

The vines are part of it.

The cat and dog pictured above are also part of this group.

Finally, there were the birds flying around.

If you take these things out individually, as simple individuals, everyone can understand what they are trying to express. But when these things are put together, they create a sense of chaos, yet this chaos fits the character's state of mind.

Or rather, these things come together to form a new entity, but at first glance it doesn't actually look that messy.

It creates a very harmonious feeling, like an extraordinary cohesive force that pieces this chaotic mess together.

It's amazing, yet incredibly captivating.

Everyone applauded.

"After seeing this painting, we finally understand what deconstructionism is!" "Our experimental paintings look too conservative."

"Yes, and putting aside the style of painting for now, I even think that Teacher Zhou's painting skills are absolutely top-notch!"

"Including the figure's appearance, expression, and the overly detailed descriptions."

"They are all done using our standard and traditional methods. Although everything seems to be pieced together, each individual piece, each branch, can be considered a top-notch painting on its own."

"This is incredible! Teacher Zhou's painting skills are absolutely high, no, they should be extremely high!"

Even Professor Huo nodded in agreement.

Indeed.

Teacher Zhou's skill level is almost beyond doubt, but I didn't expect him to paint such an oil painting so vividly.

He thought that Teacher Zhou was just practicing traditional Chinese painting in his spare time or when he was relaxing.

After all, I had truly amazed him with my traditional Chinese painting last time.

That's his major!
Surprisingly, these days, paintings in this Western style can also be painted very well.

Even a teacher who specializes in oil painting he had just seen was praising it highly.

Doesn't that mean.

Is Professor Zhou the one who truly embodies the profound knowledge of both Chinese and Western learning?

That's a reputation that only masters can enjoy!
Or.

Has Teacher Zhou's skill level truly reached the master level?

This is definitely a treasure of a person, it's just a pity that Professor Zhou can't become a professor at their art academy.

After all, Teacher Zhou might not really like it.

But he still tentatively spoke up.

"I wonder if Professor Zhou would be interested in teaching at our art academy?"

"sure."

Even Professor Huo was stunned.

Let's put aside the question of Teacher Zhou's level of expertise for now.

How could Professor Zhou actually be interested in their art academy?

"So what do you plan to have me teach? Traditional Chinese painting? Sketching? Animation? Animation design? Or industrial art?"

"I can teach them all."

"Oh? But art academies can only offer very low salaries."

"It's alright. I almost never refuse teaching and nurturing students," Zhou Yue said with a smile.

Of course, some foreign universities or architecture schools in China have invited him to be an adjunct professor, but he has declined them all.

Because I felt it was completely unnecessary.

After all, most people need to learn the most basic things.

His explanations of mechanics and similar concepts were like castles in the air; nobody really listened carefully.

Moreover, there is absolutely no need for him to teach.

A doctoral degree is basically enough to teach those universities.

He definitely wants to teach top talents, because only these talents can carry on his academic legacy. A small portion of these people may go to other industries, but most will stay within this industry.

Because they are the kind of people who can take this industry to the top.

Moreover, graduates from prestigious universities are highly sought after by employers or academic institutions.

Because these people are basically able to stay in this academic circle, or rather, this industry. Even if each person only inherits a little bit of their academic content, it can still be considered as a legacy.

It was worth all the things he taught.

Therefore, he doesn't refuse invitations from prestigious universities or those with strong architecture programs to give lectures or teach courses.

If architecture isn't such a strong discipline, then he feels there's no need to hold others back.

After all, almost everything others learn is in preparation for employment.

Moreover, most of them will disperse to various industries.

Because there are only so many jobs in the construction industry.

However, he felt that attending classes at art academies like the China Academy of Art was still a viable option.

It's just one more place to go.

There was no loss for him.

Gao Yingjie's eyes nearly popped out of their sockets. "Teacher Zhou, you didn't say that before!"

"That was then. We weren't very familiar with the art academy back then, but now we're perfectly fine with it."

"Okay, okay, then it's settled."

"Can I have a trial lesson with Teacher Zhou?"

"Of course you can."

"However, I almost never use books when I lecture, so you can all come and listen." Zhou Yue felt that he had found himself a job, but he was quite happy to accept it.

After all, he really enjoys teaching and nurturing students.

He no longer has any great ambitions. He used to like pursuing influence, but now, influence is probably readily available to him.

Looking at the painting in front of me.

Professor Huo felt somewhat moved, "I think Professor Zhou could teach a course on deconstructionism."

Zhou Yue smiled and said, "In fact, I think deconstructionism should be based on something, rather than directly studying abstract things."

"Take this painting I made for example. Each structure has its own meaning to express. When you put them together, you feel a comfortable sense of incongruity."

"It feels both abstract and three-dimensional, both incongruous and reasonable."

"That's because each structure is complete and has its own unique characteristics, or rather, each detail and the whole has its own unique concept."

"In other words, master the basics of drawing, then explore your own ways of expression, or draw whatever comes to mind. That's deconstructionism. It's not a new concept; it's similar to what we might draw when we're having a wild idea."

"So, Professor Zhou wants to teach a basic course?"

"Sure, advanced courses are fine too."

"In short, if Professor Huo trusts me, I can say anything. Although I am not formally trained in literature, I am not formally trained in literature either. I am still a professor in the School of Literature at Ningda University."

Professor Huo sighed, "Then Professor Zhou can decide for himself."

"Let's browse the art exhibition first, and then we'll study it in detail later."

“Okay.” Zhou Yue nodded.

In fact, after Zhou Yue's painting, their experimental paintings were almost instantly overshadowed.

Because their understanding of deconstructionism is still very one-sided.

I think that as long as the drawing is abstract, that's enough.

But Zhou Yue told them that, in fact, deconstruction is just a chaotic structure, but each individual still has its own vibrant vitality.

(End of this chapter)