Objectives

  • Understand how contrast in a design can direct the viewer’s attention or emphasize a message

  • Identify the how contrast can be created through color, shade, light

  • Show an example of how contrast can be an effective design tool

1, Start by watching the videos below:

2. Spend some time scoping out this set of examples of contrast in design.

https://www.pinterest.com/ideas/graphic-design-contrast-examples/898053690096/

3. Spend some time scoping out this set of examples of contrast in design.

https://www.pinterest.com/ideas/graphic-design-contrast-examples/898053690096/

4. The assignment:

Come up with a collection of objects from your home. Shoes, dog toys, siblings, cans, chips, cats, knapsacks, pillows, pans, magnets, forks and spoons. Create a design with these objects that makes contrast the focus. Take a picture, submit a JPG, and write a short, under 250 word justification for how this shows us contrast.