This week, the class focused on visual composition, especially the use of proportion and the basic elements and principles of art. These topics helped me better understand how images are structured and how viewers read a visual frame.
In class, we learned about the golden ratio and how it can be used in composition. Rather than being only a mathematical idea, the golden ratio works as a visual guideline that helps create balance and guide the viewer’s eye naturally. Through this, I began to realise that the placement of the main subject, the distribution of empty space, and the position of visual focus all affect how comfortable or clear an image feels.
We also studied the Elements of Art and Principles of Art. Elements such as line, shape, colour, value, space, and texture form the basic structure of an image, while principles like balance, proportion, rhythm, emphasis, and movement explain how these elements are organised. Learning these concepts made it easier for me to analyse why some images feel clear and effective, rather than relying only on intuition.
This week’s learning is especially helpful for my animation and 3D work. When designing storyboards, framing shots, or arranging objects in a scene, I can now think more clearly about proportion and visual hierarchy. These foundations give me more confidence when making visual decisions and will support more complex visual storytelling in later projects.