GORK JOURNAL

Composition

Cycle: Quality Criteria

Photo: Ezra Stoller
Project: TWA Terminal
Location: NYC, USA


Composition as a term defines the interaction of objects within a frame. It can be applied to:

  • the positioning of objects
  • the distribution of dominants and axes
  • rhythm
  • planarity
  • color work
  • framing and other logical and geometric connections.

The only thing I would highlight is that light doesn't solely converge on the golden ratio and the rule of thirds in organizing space. Undoubtedly, they subconsciously invoke a sense of harmony, but in my opinion, this effect can be achieved by other methods. It's a question of your exposure and sense of tact.

Effective composition formation is a potential topic for a separate series.

It's important to remember that when working on a project, we are within the confines of a brief. Our task is to find and reflect as many compositional connections as possible. And to make fewer mistakes, here we described a way to quickly check yourself for a “collapsing” composition.
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