Balance

This is a design my 10-year-old daughter created on the computer last week.  I was amazed when she showed it to me.  She had created it with no help from anyone.  I thought it exhibited several basic design concepts we've been studying in class.  In regards to balance, there is a definite symmetrical balance, both vertically and horizontally.  There is also a balance and unity in the selection of the rectangle shape and the freeform designs within each block.

I don't know what she calls the design, but I've given it the title of "Smarter Than a 5th Grader?".

Sketchbook, 9/4/08

Emphasis & Focal Point Example

This example of a focal point uses the technique of "emphasis by contrast". The outer elements (crowded grandstands, race track, etc.) are shown as muted or soft-edged. These edges are represented as a blur due to the speed and power of the race car. This is in direct contrast to the checkered flag, shown in a bold, contrasting pattern. The flag is the primary focal point. The race car is a secondary focal point, supporting the primary. Third, the accompaning title plays off of the entire racing scene by emphasizing again a racing theme.

My First Blog Entry

I hope I can register for this class.