Positive & Negative Shapes
Consider the positive and negative space in each photo, and how it can be made more interesting by combining images.
Positive Shape/Space: Shapes or spaces that are or represent solid objects. The shape of an object that serves as the subject for a drawing. The relationship between positive shape and negative space is sometimes called figure/ground, foreground/background relationship.
Negative Shape/Space: Refers to shapes or spaces that are or represent areas unoccupied by objects. The space surrounding a positive shape; sometimes referred to as a ground, empty space, field, etc. |