Visuals - Figure/Ground

"Stonehenge"

"M"

"Leaf"

"Cup"

"Stonehenge" - Color version

"M" - Color version

"Leaf" - Color version

"Cup" - Color version

Artist Statement

“Figure/Ground” is the fifth in a series of compositions to be developed for my thesis. The Gestalt principle of figure/ground is based on our ability to discern a foreground object from its background. The compositions are an exploration into grunge and retro; the idea is to use shapes, textures and colors to covey this principle of figure/ground; the object is to see that the viewer sees the defined object in each composition. Upon completion of the body of work it is my intention to have people view the compositions to see how they perceive them. All compositions will be presented in grayscale since color plays too big of a role in influencing the viewer though there will be a gallery that will show the colored version for those that are curious.

I have not lacked for ideas this week and it is interesting to see how the Gestalt principles factor into design. It will be fascinating to see how it is when I start exploring the Golden Ratio aka Divine Proportions. I will be pulling all of the pieces together to date and see how they all work with each other and posting that for your viewing pleasure – coming soon.

Works Cited:

AU. “Gestalt” Dictionary.com (2008) .