Negative Space

Society of Illustrators 48th Annual, p113
Richard McGuire

I loved the use of negative shapes in this design. Depth is created by size with the diminishing figures. Shadows also help to create the illusion of depth. Unity is found in the repetition of shapes and color. Emphasis is created by the contrast in value with the bright white eyes standing out in in the dark and contrast in color with the one tiny spot of red in an otherwise monochromatic blue harmony. Some rhythm can be seen in the repeated diagonal lines throughout the design. Balance is asymmetrical by position.