Bridget's Art Blog

In class with Mrs Makin we did Rangoli editing on the computers, their where many different styles but i really think my one was so different that it was great. I used complementary colors and made sure my shape was symmetrical. The natural shape of the rangoli give it an apperance of a flower.This Rangoli was a lot of fun and i really enjoyed doing it. I hope that in the future i can improve my rangoli works. I think i could improve my work by using colours that more suit the shape of the Rangoli.

Rangoli
1. Search for several definitions
• Rangoli is an ancient cultural tradition and folk art from India. The name and style of rangoli in different regions may vary, but the spirit and culture behind it have many similarities.
• Rangoli is one of the most popular art forms in India. It is a form of sandpainting decoration that uses finely ground white and coloured powders
• Definition: patterns made with ground rice: Hindu symbols and traditional patterns made using ground rice or powdered stone, especially during festivals
• Rangoli is an Indian decoration that uses finely ground white powder and colors. It's used commonly outside homes in India
• Rangoli is one of the most popular art forms in India. It is a form of sand painting decoration that uses finely ground white and coloured powders, and is commonly done outside homes in India
• The term rangoli is derived from the words rang (colour) and aavalli (row of colours.)
• Rangoli, one of the most beautiful and most pleasing art forms of India, is comprised of two words, 'rang' meaning 'color' and 'aavalli' meaning colored creepers' or 'row of colors'. Rangoli basically comprises of the art of making designs or patterns on the walls or the floor of the house, using finely ground white powder along with different colors. Numerous households in the Indian subcontinent make use of Rangoli designs for decorating the courtyard of their house.

3. What are the major elements of design that Rangoli uses? Define them and include them in your book
The major elements to a Rangoli are that it must be symmetrical; colours are often bright and are made of recycled materials.
4. Reflect on three of your favourite designs. Discuss the line, colours, pattern and lines of symmetry created in the design
My three favourite designs are shown above. I think I really like these ones is because of instead of using black as the outline colour white has been use. All the lines are oriental and almost make the pattern seem like it is in a flower. I love the colours schemes they are all very calming and peaceful colours and make me want to relax. The patterns come from the centre of the piece. Each of the patterns are very different but they all make such beautiful patterns. The
5. Choose a favourite. What does it remind you of?…. be as imaginative as possible
My favourite Rangoli is the 2nd picture. It reminds me of a beautiful rare flower which maybe only found in India. I think the artist has used complementary colours this makes the colours flow. I believe that this flower would probably be found on the top of an ancient temple and maybe an significant part to the people traditions. It must have been very difficult to make but the Rangoli is almost perfectly symmetrical.
6. Write a statement to present your findings on Rangoli to the class
What is a Rangoli? A Rangoli is a traditional Indian art often Hindu symbols are in design. They are in general they are made out of finely grounded powder, but other recycled items can be used but are not traditional. Rangoli are always symmetrical and usually resemble something of nature. They are often created on the walls or floors of homes. Numerous households in the Indian subcontinent make use of Rangoli designs for decorating the courtyard of their house.
7. Think about under the microscope what could it be? Under a micro scope it would probably be like and oriental flow of different shapes. I think their would mainly be natural shapes. Their would probably could see all the indivudual pieces of sand