Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Contrast, Balance, and Harmony







The Contrast of this photo is the sharp image of the arm, piece of the tutu and the corner of her head compared to the soft image of her silhouette in the window. The contrast creates the image. Without the reflection, we would not know what the woman was or is doing. The contrast of the colors give it a subtle and pleasant view. The shadow gives it depth and also makes you wonder if she is in a studio looking out or on the street looking in.

This would be an asymmetrical image. You are only seeing a little section of her body while the whole body is displayed in the reflection. The use of asymmetrical balance in this image makes it more interesting. If we saw the whole body in the image it would still be beautiful, but this makes is stupefying. It's curious and allows the mind to draw conclusions. By ignoring symmetrical design the image causes amusement and pleasure to the eye.

Harmony is established through the reflected silhouette. It gives that beautiful image of the ballerina and the awe of the beauty. As a dancer who always dreamed of performing in New York, it gives me that hope. I draw the conclusion that she is standing outside looking in on her dream of dancing at a prestige company. It gives the feeling of hope and establishes a dream.

No comments:

Post a Comment