Transparency, Modularity, Grid, Pattern, Diagram (pp. 154-231)

Transparency in design is used to create dense layered imagery with the use of colors and texture. Transparency allows for seeing through objects to view another object. Transparency can be used to mix two visual elements as well as make one image fade out against its background. Modularity is a different kind of constraint. It’sContinue reading “Transparency, Modularity, Grid, Pattern, Diagram (pp. 154-231)”

Texture, Color, Gestalt Principles (pp. 68-115)

In design texture can be both physical and virtual. It can be the physical surface or the optical appearance of that surface. Most designs are smooth, and the viewer doesn’t have the opportunity for feeling rough surfaces. I think most texture in design is visual where the piece just looks like it would feel aContinue reading “Texture, Color, Gestalt Principles (pp. 68-115)”

Framing, Hierarchy, Layers, (pp. 117-153)

Framing In Art: Brings attention to the art and sets it apart from its setting. Framing in Politics: Explaining an issue in terms that will influence hoe people will interpret it. Cropping borders, margins and captions are all ways we can frame a piece of art. Cropping an art piece can recreate different borders andContinue reading “Framing, Hierarchy, Layers, (pp. 117-153)”

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