Part III: Principle of Design

Arrangement of Opposite Elements-light vs. dark colors, -rough vs. smooth textures -large vs. small shapes -create visual interest, excitement and drama.

-Contrast between light and dark colors

Contrast Provides Focal Point

-Where does your eye go first?

-Why is the leaf texture in focus, while the background is smooth and out of focus?

Why is a focal point important?

- Your eye will generally need a ‘resting place’ or something of interest to really hold it.

- Where does your eye rest in this photo?

Setting your point of interest apart from it’s surroundingsWhich advertisement holds your attention longer? A or B?

Photo A Photo B

- Photo A has smaller depth of field which allows the eye a resting point. There is also a strong contrast of colors that emphasizes the shape of the flower.

- Photo B has strong color contrast, but there’s too much repetition of shape to focus our attention.There is not one resting point for your eye.

Blog #3: Which photo has a stronger focal point?

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STEPS:1. In groups of 3, compare and contrast the

two photos.

2. Decide which photo has the strongest focal point and which photo has the weaker focal point.

3. Using complete sentences,write two reasons why the photo you chose is the strongest.

A.B.

4. Using complete sentences, think of 2 ways weaker photo could be improved.

A.B.

5. Be ready to share your results with the class in 10 minutes.

6. Enter your results as blog entry #3 on your web portfolio. You can get the photo on the web portfolio tab on class website

Photo A

Photo B