Principles(Journal Notes)

Line

A line is a point moving in space. It can use perspective or no perspective.

Shape and Form

Shape and form comes from lines meeting on a 2d level, but appears to make the object 3d. Form has volume in the photograph.

Variety

Variety comes from using many different diverse elements of art all in the same composure. Mixing 3rds, light and dark, and focus, are 3 ways that variety can be achieved.

Radial Balance

Radial balance is a type of photograph were objects radiate from a central point, and spread outwards.

Space

Space is what the photo is taking up or not taking up. Positive or negative space can be had and both have their pros and cons.

Asymmetrical Balance

Asymmetrical balance is still a balanced photograph but the objects in the picture are not centered. The easiest way to get this effect is by using the rule of thirds.

Pattern

A pattern is a repetition of an element of art. Often used to catch the eye of a viewer because repetition is hard to find in the world.

Unity

Unity uses individual parts of a photo to combine and support each other in making a greater photo.

Movement and Rhythm

Movement and Rhythm is a topic that allows the viewer to immediately become motivated because it brings a different picture to what is normally seen. Movement implies motion while rhythm comes from repetition in art elements.

Emphasis

Emphasis is the main focus of a picture and it helps the viewer to interpret the picture better.

Proportion

Proportion shows a relationship between sizes. It also allows the photograph to show dominance.