LINE DYNAMICS: Asymmetry

Calli

Jessica

Yesterday the class continued exploring Line Dynamics in an asymmetrical balance by employing line weight variations (Calli's drawing) and the Distal Cues (Jessica's drawing). Observe the way thick, dark lines advance and thin, light lines recede in Calli's drawing. In addition, when grouping lines together they tend to shed their Line characteristics and act more like Value.

By drawing objects lower on the picture plane larger and diminishing the size as they recede (or move up the picture plane), Jessica has created the illusion of depth. Furthermore, overlapping objects helps establish foreground and background.

LINE DYNAMICS: Symmetry

Yesterday the class made symmetrical drawings within a "continuous field arrangement." The objective was to create the illusion of depth using line weight variations, shape and texture. Take note how the thickness of the line changes its location in space (i.e. thick lines advance, light lines recede). In addition, repeating lines to create texture simultaneously creates tonal variations.
In the last hour of class, students began symmetrical compositions employing the Distal Cues. My example is at the bottom. We will critique this work at the beginning of class on Monday.

Calli

Emily

Nick

Paige

Distal Cues: Symmetrical Balance Demo

EXPANSION OF THE SQUARE

Today in class we discussed the Principles of Design and the Japanese concept of Notan. The "take-away" for the day was the rule of composition: one large shape (dominant), a few medium shapes and one or small shapes.  Examples of the today's project are below. The powerpoint and directions for this project as well as the powerpoint for the Principles of Design are located on the class Canvas page.

 This design has a powerful central shape fringed with medium shapes that enclose the smaller shapes.

 This design effectively uses repletion with all the rectilinear elements.

 This design reveals strong adherence to the rule of composition. Of particular note are the small jagged shapes.

 The mask-like arrangement of shapes presents a strong sense of "unity."

This design effectively uses diagonals. The image is reminiscent of a figure doing jumping-jacks.