Shapes and Forms Flashcard

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What are geometric shapes known for?

Back

Sharp definition

Front

Which type of shapes suggest strength and regularity? Curved shapes, Angular shapes, Organic shapes, Dynamic shapes

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Angular shapes

Front

What do positive shapes represent in a design?

Back

Solid forms

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What is the main difference between a shape and a form?

Back

Shapes are two-dimensional, forms are three-dimensional.

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What do dynamic shapes suggest?

Back

Change or movement

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What are organic shapes often characterized by?

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Informal and irregular shapes

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Which type of shapes tend to imply movement? Curved shapes, Irregular shapes, Static shapes, Angular shapes

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Curved shapes

Front

What is the defining feature of a shape?

Back

Height and width

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What do static shapes appear to be?

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Resting or standing still

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What do curved shapes suggest?

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Graceful movement