Homework 3 Shape/Emphasis

1 Why is it important to design the positive and the negative shapes of a composition?

so that the composition is well balanced

2 What is the difference between representational shapes and abstract shapes?

representational shapes are derived from specific subject matter and strongly based on direct observation.

abstract shapes are derived from reality but are distilled or transformed, reducing their resemblance to the origional source.

3 What are some of the ways emphasis can be achieved?

emphasis can be achieved by isolation, placement, and contrast. a focal point can strengthen emphasis.

4 What kind of subjects attracts attention?

any representation of another human attracts our attention.

5 What happens when there are too many focal points?

the composition is too buisy and it looses its direction.

6 Why is emphasis important, especially for graphic designers?

because as graphic designers we want to attract attention to our designs, to increase the visual and conceptual impact

7 Which is more important: a strong focal point or unity?

they are both important. if i have to choose just one then i would have to say that unity is just a wee bit more important.