For this assignment, we were asked to create a sequence of photos that displayed the elements of design (line, texture, color, space, value, and scale). Each photo had to be a different element and had to transition to the next photo with one element in common. For example, a photo with an orange color would be placed next to a photo with the same color. We first learned about the DSLR camera so we had an idea of how to adjust the settings before we were asked to complete this project. The photos had to be specific dimensions and the completed project was printed on a sheet of enhanced matte roll paper.
My photos are the specified dimensions and the sequence was printed on a large piece of roll paper. My sequence flows like this: Line => Texture => Color => Space => Value => Scale. The flow between each photo is listed below:
Line => Texture – Line
Texture => Color – Line
Color => Space – Color
Space => Value – Space
Value => Scale – Value
To begin this project, I spent time thinking about where I see the elements of design in my everyday life. I then took a round of photos and brought them in to class for review. After receiving feedback from my peers, I took another round of photos but I had a better idea of what I wanted my sequence to look like. Once I had a pile of pictures to choose from, I edited ones I thought were strong in Photoshop started rearranging them to find what pictures flowed well where. I rearranged it a few times before finalizing the sequence.
The most important decisions I made were the photos I took. They could be anything, and it was somewhat overwhelming in the beginning when I struggled to find a common theme for my sequence. I decided to keep somewhat of the same color scheme with all my photos and repeat some objects in multiple photos. Also, I decided to create my own texture in Photoshop rather than photograph it.
My design is all a hue of orange and black with a surprise mix of blue. Each of my photos emphasizes a different element of design and enhances the concepts because they are in a sequence rather than presented alone.
