Space and Repetition

I chose this photo to represent space because of the contrast between near and far. Although you can see beyond the wooden post to the openness of the field, the closeness of it makes the space feel cramped. I love the way the two interact with each other to create a good use of space in this composition.

In this photo, repetition is the key element. The lines of the branches are constantly intersecting throughout the composition and the circular pattern of the leaves is also consistent. Even the way the light shines through the spaces in the leaves flows with the rhythm of the picture.

Photo assignment

The variations in both line and texture of this overturned tree create a strong sense of asymmetrical balance. The lines created by the roots and vines are organic and repetitious, but avoid creating a consistent rhythm. The shapes created by the negative space reflect the organic growth patterns of the root system.

This image consists of repetition of reflections created by a mosaic. The reflections oscillate in a semi-radial composition, fragmented by small geometric mirrors. The perspective of the viewer in relation to this mosaic creates a variety of different reflections ranging from representational to heavily distorted. This variety unifies the entire composition, allowing the eye to stay in constant movement when viewing.

Implied Lines and Emphasis

 This is a photo of a slope as viewed outside my dorm window. Because this image is so organic, there are no direct lines. However, the lines are implied through a general diagonal direction, starting from the upper right corner to the lower left corner. The  dirt pathway follows this diagonal line, and so do the roots in the dirt path. The shadows hitting the roots and greenery add to this implication of lines.

This is a picture looking into my dorm air conditioner. I edited the picture to emphasize the rusting area. There is emphasis on this area because the color is so vibrant compared to the gray colors on the rest of the metal.

A little homework...

 Balance

Through the symmetry of this picture there is a wonderful natural balance. My favorite aspect of this image though is the blurring of the foreground, and the crispness of the middle ground as your eye slowly disappears into the light. 

Implied Lines

This image is line crazy, with both actual and implied going everywhere, I especially love the way that the machinery, despite breaking up the implied diagonals, are simultaneously creating even more implied diagonals. 

this is the 3d elements quiz, i wasn't sure where else to post it

Foundations 2

Adcock

Sterling Lett

Chapter 9: 3-D Elements

Take home quiz

1.  Vertical lines tend to

A) increase visual stability.

B) add elegance and height to a design.

C) increase physical stability.

D) add visual weight.

E) All of the above.

2.  Which of these statements is untrue of space?

A) It is a more important concern for abstract work than representational work.

B) It extends in all directions and has no boundary.

C) It is the partner to substance.

D) Line, plane, volume and mass lose impact and purpose without it.

E) Space is an essential aspect of all three-dimensional work.

3.  Which of the following are most likely to be masters of the science of light?

A) Set designers.

B) ceramists.

C) Installation artists.

D) college administrators.

E) A & C.

4.  In three-dimensional design, depth is represented as

A) x.

B) y.

C) z.

D) a.

E) None of the above.

5.  Of the following pairs, which, if any, are synonyms?

A) Freestanding, in the round.

B) Relief, hologram.

C) Installation, walk-through.

D) A &C.

E) A & B.

6.  Volumes and Masses are often confused,  a volume emphasizes ____________, while a mass emphasizes _______________.

A) material, internal space

B) internal space, material and external space

C) scale, form

D) place, orientation

E) form, scale

7.  Space is the partner to ____________.

A)  Volume

B)  Line

C)  Negative space

D)  Substance

E)  Light

8.  An elevation is … (not defined in the book, but take a guess after looking at orthographic 

     projections).

A) a slice of an object.

B) a side view.

C) a top view.

D) a bottom view.

E) an entire orthographic projection.

9.  Primary contours are _____, and secondary contours are _____.

A) external, internal.

B) internal, external.

C) rectilinear, curvilinear.

D) curvilinear, rectilinear.

E) edges, planes.

10.  The property of color determined by its wavelength is

A) saturation.

B) hue.

C) value.

D) temperature.

E) intensity.

11.  Describe the relationship between Form and Function that exists when designing an object.  Give an example.

form follows function, such as the area of your butt and legs is predominately rectangular, so is the seat of a chair. 

12.  How can negative space play an integral role in 3-dimensional design?  How is it significant?

it can provide a sense of depth and separation between elements of a design. it is significant because without negative space, everything would be jumbled onto one plane.

13.  What are 3 significant roles that color can play in a 3-dimensional design?

can push a certain object forward or backward in the viewers eye

can cause certain elements to blend together or stand apart

elevates the design above the ambient background

Actual Lines #2- I chose to capture this image because I loved the way the lines of the shadow and the actual fence played off of each other. The composition is mainly organized through repetition.

Planes #2- I love this picture. The mirrors express the ideas of planes and the reflections in them give an interesting view of scale and proportions. I think the repetition of the wood and frames give a wonderful rhythm to the photograph. 

Care Rein

Homework 1

Emphasis-

                  This is the best photo I could think of to show emphasis without using something like photoshop like most emphasis images would. This magnifying glass is able to perform an effect that most use technology to demonstrate.  The magnifying glass is able to blow up certain parts of the body and particularly draw attention to those areas.

Repetition-

                  These little wood chips show the repetition in shape and color.  The repeating circular lines throughout the pieces of wood allow for repetition and the repeated forms themselves show repetition as well.