Eric Malone Reading 3
“If the viewer’s eyes are permitted to wander at will through a work then the artist has lost control.”
Direct the eyes:
Our eyes first fixate on the points we find the most interesting, we do not randomly glance here and there. The eye typically start in the upper left hand corner as a point of entry. We then usually scan left to right and then top to bottom.
Position:
The frame helps create meaning for the elements within. Position is primarily about visual hierarchy. A standard hierarchy consists of three levels; primary, secondary and equivalent.
Emphasis:
A well defined emphasis can add life to an otherwise flat and lifeless image. Color, position and weight can help emphasize a particular element.
Movement:
The addition of movement to a piece can add interest and aid in the direction of eye flow.
Eye gaze:
The gaze of your eye should move smoothly and without distraction.
Visual cues:
Our minds naturally search for the most important areas in a composition. We then prioritize the most important areas dependent on the visual cues provided.
