Did you know....

In 1493, Bellini painted a picture for Isabelle d'Este. Pleased, she asked him to paint a mythological piece for the Private Studio that she was decorating. Bellini didn't like being told what to paint so he made up excuses until d'Etse allowed him to paint a religious painting of his choice. For about two years though, Bellini did not do the painting. When he finally did, he proceeded at his own leisurely pace. Thinking he did not keep his word, Isabelle took him to court demanding him to deliver the work. The painting was delivered and Isabelle allowed him to paint another one, this time of his choice.


http://www.buzzle.com/articles/giovanni-bellini-venetian-painter.html

Giovanni Bellini's Methods of Painting

- His methods in painting were all crisp and linear.
- He wants the paintings to look fresh and new, not with old paint and on hard paper
- He liked to mix morning, and earthly colors on his pallet
- He believed painting on wood panels were more effective
- He preferred oil paints
- Most of his paintings were done on wood
- He was prone to procrastinating (taking a long time to finish masterpieces)

Giovanni Bellini/ 7 Elements

Geography: His paintings portray scenery and the emotions that the landscapes display.

Time: Time is involved with Giovanni Bellini and how he paints the seasons- winter, summer, autumn, and spring.

Society: During Bellini’s success in paintings, the society around him was changing in perspective and moods toward paintings and how they told stories.

Values: People who hired Bellini liked his methods in painting, so Bellini paintings were more valued.

Beliefs: His paintings were more religious like most, for example Madonna and the Child, Christ's Blessing, etc.

Knowledge: His knowledge about painting with textures and his many different techniques brought more knowledge toward young artists.

Economy: Paintings, not only by Bellini but with his methods of painting, were sold more.