This was by far the toughest exploration of the semester, but also the most fulfilling. I improved and learned so much just through this "seemingly" simple exercise. I found that I struggled with the more simple principles, like repetition; I struggled to find solutions to make the compositions make sense, but still graphically interesting. Another principle I really struggled with was rhythm - how does one show rhythm without sound? I think my favorite principle to play with is positive negative space. I love layering and splicing simple shapes to create interesting relationships. Points were my favorite element to work with. Planes were especially difficult for me; I had gotten used to working within the limitation of just using one shape! But like I said, this was definitely the most rewarding assignment to complete. Points: symmetry, asymmetry, emphasis Points: rhythm, positive/negative space, unity Points: scale, repetition, chaos Points: order, tension, space Lines: symmetry, asymmetry, emphasis Lines: rhythm, positive/negative space, unity Lines: scale, repetition, chaos Lines: order, tension, space Planes: symmetry, asymmetry, emphasis Planes: rhythm, positive/negative space, unity Planes: scale, repetition, chaos Planes, order, tension, space SKETCHES Sketches before I began producing the compositions digitally.