This design gives a great illusion of space and depth due to the varying textures, sizes, shadows and colors. The more saturated colors appear to be closer in proximity to the astronauts while the diluted colors create distance. Additionally, the amorphous shape is overlapping the black background, giving it dimension and an atmospheric perspective. The astronauts are also significantly smaller in size than the textured area, which generates an illusion of depth. Furthermore, the single focal point is also the source of light, which not only allows into the viewer into the design, but also casts different shadows to intensify the depth of space.
Eggenschwiler, Byron. "Christian Hansen & the Autistics CD Cover." Society of Illustrators 53rd Annual of American Illustration Jan-March 2011: 239. Print.
I really enjoy the usage of lines in this design by Marcos Chin. The directions of the lines in the soccer balls give it a playful, yarn-like texture. It also gives a sense of potential change since most of the lines are vertical. The usage of the bright background against the black and white makes the soccer balls more prominent as well. Since the background is plain, the lines of the soccer balls do not cause too much clutter or confusion. Therefore the background balances the composition to gives the viewer unity and clarity of the soccer balls and person.
Chin, Marcos. "Soccer is SIlly." Society of Illustrators 53rd Annual of American Illustration Jan-March 2011: 87. Print.
This piece by Jacob Thomas displays a lot of rhythm with the curvature and colors of the smoke. The vibrant colors give the composition a lot of energy. How the lines go off the edge also gives a sense of movement. Though there isn't much repetition of the same kind of curve, there is repetition of curves being used to create a sense of rhythm. They are also continuous curves, which generate a legato type rhythm in this particular design.
Thomas, Jacob. "Baked." Society of Illustrators 53rd Annual of American Illustration Jan-March 2011: 189. Print.
Both of these illustrations are an example of radial symmetry. However, there is variety and subtle asymmetry in the designs that make it more interesting. The illustration of the 3 bears and goldilocks are symmetrical in shape but the inversion of colors makes it more dynamic. It is also interesting to have two different perspectives from symmetrical design.
Similarly, the illustration of the two birds differ in color but the two colors converge at the center, which creates a sense of unity. Additionally, the two birds are mostly symmetrical in shape except for the tails and the top of the heads. Both examples are very balanced and easy to conceptualize. There is strong symmetry but enough variation to make the designs more intriguing.
Masse, Josée. "Bears in the News." Society of Illustrators 53rd Annual of American Illustration Jan-March 2011: 413. Print.
Loba, André Da. "Two Lovers." Society of Illustrators 53rd Annual of American Illustration Jan-March 2011: 389. Print.
