a brief introduction to information & interface design b i j o y r a v e e n d r a n
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The space around and between the subject(s) of an image
Gap linking elements in a composition
Also known as ‘Whitespace’ in print/digital design
What is negative space?
Source : http://www.graphictivitis.com/index.php/dos-and-donts-of-negative-space-in-design-layout/, “Negative Space” by Bang Wong
Source : Google image search
BACKGROUND (NEGATIVE SPACE)
FOREGROUND (POSITIVE SPACE)
BACKGROUND(NEGATIVE SPACE)
The space around and between the subject(s) of an image
Gap linking elements in a composition
Also known as ‘Whitespace’ in print/digital design
What is negative space?
Source : http://www.graphictivitis.com/index.php/dos-and-donts-of-negative-space-in-design-layout/, “Negative Space” by Bang Wong
BACKGROUND (NEGATIVE SPACE)
FOREGROUND (POSITIVE SPACE)
Source : Fight Club (1999)
BACKGROUND(NEGATIVE SPACE)
The space around and between the subject(s) of an image
Gap linking elements in a composition
Also known as ‘Whitespace’ in print/digital design
What is negative space?
Source : http://www.graphictivitis.com/index.php/dos-and-donts-of-negative-space-in-design-layout/, “Negative Space” by Bang Wong
BACKGROUND (NEGATIVE SPACE)
FOREGROUND (POSITIVE SPACE)
BACKGROUND(NEGATIVE SPACE))
Source : www.google.com
Gives the eye a ‘place to rest’, increasing the appeal of a composition through subtle means
It gives the constituent elements enough breathing room
It is used to reveal more content and meaning to a piece of art
One of the most effective ways to attract viewer’s attention
Why do we need it?
Gives the eye a ‘place to rest’, increasing the appeal of a composition through subtle means
It gives the constituent elements enough breathing room
It is used to reveal more content and meaning to a piece of art
One of the most effective ways to attract viewer’s attention
Why do we need it?
Gives the eye a ‘place to rest’, increasing the appeal of a composition through subtle means
It gives the constituent elements enough breathing room
It is used to reveal more content and meaning to a piece of art
One of the most effective ways to attract viewer’s attention
Why do we need it?
Gives the eye a ‘place to rest’, increasing the appeal of a composition through subtle means
It gives the constituent elements enough breathing room
It is used to reveal more content and meaning to a piece of art
One of the most effective ways to attract viewer’s attention
Why do we need it?
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Source : http://water-arts.deviantart.com/art/U-S-A-products-Ads-110550210?q=boost:popular%20ads&qo=65
Source : http://water-arts.deviantart.com/art/U-S-A-products-Ads-110550210?q=boost:popular%20ads&qo=65
NEGATIVE SPACECALLS THE VIEWER
ATTENTION ONTO THE BOX
Source : http://www.designer-daily.com/logo-design-17487, http://thedeependdesign.com/negative-space-in-logo-design/
References
http://sixrevisions.com/web_design/negative-space-in-webpage-layouts-a-guide/http://webdesign.about.com/od/webdesignbasics/a/whitespace.htmhttp://www.getfinch.com/2010/01/a_negative_view_of_white_space/http://cgcamera.blogspot.in/2013/02/sinisters-use-of-negative-space.htmlhttp://www.e-reading-lib.com/bookreader.php/140662/Effective_use_of_negative_space_in_grafic_design.pdfhttp://www.smashingmagazine.com/2007/01/12/white-space-and-simplicity-an-overview/http://www.brasstacksdesign.com/bfd/123006.htmlhttp://webdesign.tutsplus.com/articles/design-theory/using-white-space-or-negative-space-in-your-designs/
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