Form and Contrast

Form and Contrast  

Definition: Form is a figure having three dimensions- length, width and dept. Form occupy actual or real space but the illusion of form can be created using picture-making techniques, such as drawing, painting and collage. Form can and should be viewed from different angles, like shapes, forms can be geometric or organic

Contrast is the degree of difference in an element. This principle can help to create a level of excitement in the work of art. For example rough and smooth textures, dark and light colours.

Explanation: In this work of art you can see a combination of one or more elements to create interest by adding changes. You can see that the artist created an illusion of form in this work of art giving the shapes a three-dimensional look. It helps to heighten the visual appeal of the work and avoid dullness. The artist has also created contrast in the different areas of this work of art. The picture represent here shows variety in lines and shades. Contrast can also be a result of variety.