I just came across your Substack and find it fascinating. I did a PhD in Renaissance Art History long ago at Princeton and thoroughly endorse the practice of drawing architecture. Your precise description of San Carlo can only come from a deep understanding of its geometry.
As an undergraduate we were required to take studio courses; seemingly endless hours of draftsmanship were crucial to my ability to “read” and appreciate Renaissance drawing styles and techniques. It’s a pity that so many art historians don’t draw, however poorly.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful reply :’) I completely agree. This exercise was very useful for me and I plan on replicating this process on more buildings/objects in the future
Reading the text feels more directive - while viewing the images gives me control over where I focus my attention and how I perceive the structure. Combining the reading with the image allows me to both relate to it through your interpretation and also experience it directly. Always great to learn your perspective!
I just came across your Substack and find it fascinating. I did a PhD in Renaissance Art History long ago at Princeton and thoroughly endorse the practice of drawing architecture. Your precise description of San Carlo can only come from a deep understanding of its geometry.
As an undergraduate we were required to take studio courses; seemingly endless hours of draftsmanship were crucial to my ability to “read” and appreciate Renaissance drawing styles and techniques. It’s a pity that so many art historians don’t draw, however poorly.
Thank you!
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful reply :’) I completely agree. This exercise was very useful for me and I plan on replicating this process on more buildings/objects in the future
as a current undergrad student, this was a very insightful read. looking forward to some more!
Thanks! Good luck in undergrad
Reading the text feels more directive - while viewing the images gives me control over where I focus my attention and how I perceive the structure. Combining the reading with the image allows me to both relate to it through your interpretation and also experience it directly. Always great to learn your perspective!
Loved this 💜
Thank you, Beth!