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Composition Techniques 2

The document discusses composition techniques in computer graphics and design. It outlines 10 pairs of techniques including subtlety vs boldness, neutrality vs accent, transparency vs opacity, consistency vs variation, accuracy vs distortion, flatness vs depth, singularity vs juxtaposition, sequentiality vs randomness, sharpness vs diffusion, and repetition vs episodicity. For each pair it provides a brief definition of the two techniques.

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Composition Techniques 2

The document discusses composition techniques in computer graphics and design. It outlines 10 pairs of techniques including subtlety vs boldness, neutrality vs accent, transparency vs opacity, consistency vs variation, accuracy vs distortion, flatness vs depth, singularity vs juxtaposition, sequentiality vs randomness, sharpness vs diffusion, and repetition vs episodicity. For each pair it provides a brief definition of the two techniques.

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Composition Techniques Computer Graphics & Design 1


Faculty of Information and Communication Technology
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11th June 2005 Silpakorn University, Thailand

Dr.Surapong Lertsithichai, Ph.D.


Faculty of Architecture, Silpakorn University

Pongpan Suriyapat
IT University of Göteborg, Sweden
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Composition Techniques

Subtlety/ Boldness
Neutrality/ Accent
Transparency/ Opacity
Consistency/ Variation
Accuracy/ Distortion
Flatness/ Depth
Singularity/ Juxtaposition
Sequentiality/Randomness
Sharpness/ Diffusion
Repetition/ Episodicity
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Subtlety/ Boldness

elusive, obscure, refined (conceptual confident, daring, adventurous (defined


edge, hidden structure) edge, element thickness/density)
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Neutrality/ Accent

Neutrality: indifferent, common Accent: emphasis, mark, pronounced


(harmony of visual/relative elements) (focal point, contrast)
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Transparency/ Opacity

Transparency: see-through (conceptual Opacity: obstructing, solid


elements, layering) (foreground/background, overlapping)
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Consistency/ Variation

Consistency: continuity, steady (calm, Variation: assortment, different


harmonious) (maintain some structure, change
property of every element)
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Accuracy/ Distortion

Accuracy: exact, correct, complete Distortion: twist, deform (deform


(natural/geometric shapes, logical elements in composition, leave trace of
structure) original shape)
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Flatness/ Depth

Flatness: level, surface, shallow (planar, Depth: deep, volumetric, distance


layering) (shade/shadow, perspective)
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Singularity/ Juxtaposition

Singularity: one, whole, combined Juxtaposition: side by side, duality (dual


(single focal point, supporting focal points, competing sides)
background)
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Sequentiality/ Randomness

Sequentiality: serial, continuous Randomness: unsystematic, haphazard


(perspective, scaling, continuous path) (unrelated structure/positioning)
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Sharpness/ Diffusion

Sharpness: distinct, clear (overall Diffusion: spread, scatter (blurry-edged


composition w/ well-defined visual conceptual elements)
elements)
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Repetition/ Episodicity

Repetition: duplication, reiteration Episodicity: periodic, intermittent,


(unified pattern) disruption (maintain some
structure/element properties, group
similar elements)
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Design Techniques

Contrast/ Harmony ? Subtlety/ Boldness


Stability/ Instability Neutrality/ Accent
Symmetry/ Asymmetry ? Transparency/ Opacity
Regularity/ Irregularity Consistency/ Variation
? Simplicity/ Complexity Accuracy/ Distortion
Unity/ Fragmentation Flatness/ Depth ?
Economy/ Luxury Singularity/ Juxtaposition
? Understatement/Exaggeration Sequentiality/Randomness
Predictability/ Spontaneity ? Sharpness/ Diffusion
Activeness/ Stasis Repetition/ Episodicity

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