[…] Space can be defined as the area between or around elements. Negative space is something I value in both photography and design. Understanding how to utilize space in a design is challenging and rewarding. When the potential of space is embraced, it can define importance, tell your eyes where they should look, and let your eyes rest, among other things. Getting in really close to your subject and filling the frame or pulling back and capturing the context of the scene can both be effective. The way you use space in both design and photography (much like using color) can incite an emotional reaction from the viewer; anywhere from calm to unease, and it can be a powerful piece to utilize. […]
[…] Space can be defined as the area between or around elements. Negative space is something I value in both photography and design. Understanding how to utilize space in a design is challenging and rewarding. When the potential of space is embraced, it can define importance, tell your eyes where they should look, and let your eyes rest, among other things. Getting in really close to your subject and filling the frame or pulling back and capturing the context of the scene can both be effective. The way you use space in both design and photography (much like using color) can incite an emotional reaction from the viewer; anywhere from calm to unease, and it can be a powerful piece to utilize. […]