Subdividing the Ground

For my Graphic Design For Non-Majors class in the fall of 2019, we were given an assignment. For this assignment, we were to follow the instructions and specifications on the handout in order to create compelling, interesting compositions.

My process in doing so was basically to work as I went along; as I would add lines/shapes/curves, I would either take away from the existing sketch or add more in specific areas in order to make the composition look more visually appealing. Click on the images to enlarge them. 

For composition 1, I wanted to convey a sort of contrast between the overall form of the design and what that form is composed of. The requirement was that I was only allowed to use vertical and horizontal lines, so I arranged these lines in such a w

For composition 1, I wanted to convey a sort of contrast between the overall form of the design and what that form is composed of. The requirement was that I was only allowed to use vertical and horizontal lines, so I arranged these lines in such a way that they would ultimately form a giant curve.

In composition 2, I used my fascination with parabolic curves, which again relies with illusion; I only used straight, diagonal lines, but the final form looks curved.

In composition 2, I used my fascination with parabolic curves, which again relies with illusion; I only used straight, diagonal lines, but the final form looks curved.

In composition 3, I wanted to use curved lines in order to create an image that is familiar to the average viewer: the scales of a snake. I admire how snakes are commonly associated with “curviness”, and desired to make the image have depth by making

In composition 3, I wanted to use curved lines in order to create an image that is familiar to the average viewer: the scales of a snake. I admire how snakes are commonly associated with “curviness”, and desired to make the image have depth by making the snake seem endless.

For composition 4 , I simply chose the most aesthetically pleasing and balanced designs I came up with. I liked my 4th one because it had a grandness to it through the circles.

For composition 4 , I simply chose the most aesthetically pleasing and balanced designs I came up with. I liked my 4th one because it had a grandness to it through the circles.