Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Homework 5 - line / rhythm

1. What kind of lines can communicate motion? Stability? Energy?

motion- wavy or curved lines

stability- horozontal lines

energy- diagonal and wavy lines

2. Why are human beings able to see "implied" lines?

because it is human nature to try to make sense out of what we see

3. How might a graphic designer use lines differently than a fine artist?

graphic designers are trying to convey concepts and ideas, while fine artists also convey emotions.

4. How is visual rhythm different than musical rhythm?

musical rhythm is created through the organization of sound in time; meter, accents, and tempo.

visual rhythm is created by lines and shapes

5. What must be present for rhythm to exist?

rhythm is a sense of movement that is created by repitition of multiple units in a deliberate pattern.

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