Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
As shown earlier, cropping large forms within a smaller space may generate the perception of new
forms that become positive, a simple example of figure/ ground reversal.
The intrusion of a small shape of exterior negative space, relative to the positive form, causes the
negative space to take on the quality of a positive white form while still allowing the eye to per-
ceive the black form as positive overall. This complex figure/ ground reversal presents rich optical
possibilities in composition, even among relatively simple, or relatively few, form elements.
