Visual Dynamics

Visual dynamics is defined as the way the eye moves around a work of art when being viewed. The visual dynamic being used in this photograph is the rule of thirds in relation to points of power. Where the intersection of a horizontal and a vertical line meet on a photograph, when it is divided into thirds as visible on this picture, can be a point of power. In this particualr picture the building on top of the hill lies right on one of the horizontal lines and the middle of the building is where two lines intersect. Also where the stone path and stairs meets the grass occurs at a interection. These places of intersections don't have to be drawn for our eye to be drawn to them.















This picture is a great example of contrast. The background appears very light due to the natural sunlight used when taking this photograph. The small child on the swing looks very dark, creating a dramatic contrast between tints and shades. I feel without even seeing the child's face you can see the happiness and enjoyment partial because of similar experiences you might have had as a child.















This is a great example of rule of thids relating to the topic of proportion. As you notice by the grid lines this photogrph is broken into one/third empty space or background and two/thirds filled space. Another way tolook at this is one/third flower, one/third bee, and one/third background.















This photograph is an example of leading lines. The emphasis in this picture is created by all the colored pencils pointing to the open circle that the tips of the pencils make. These lines lead your eyes stright to the middle of the circle.

This picture is an example of framing. The natural gap in the rock frames the beautiful scenery around it. The framing creates emphasis by moving the eye to the background which is created by framinging of the rock.