The Art of Composition: A Simple Application of Dynamic Symmetry

Michel Jacobs

ISBN 10: 0282561056 / ISBN 13: 9780282561055

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book delves into the secrets of "Dynamic Symmetry," a compositional system used by the ancient Greeks in their art and architecture. The author demystifies this seemingly complex approach, revealing its foundation in nature's own laws of proportion and growth. Through clear explanations and practical examples, the book guides readers through the different "roots" or forms, showing how they can be used to create harmonious and visually pleasing compositions. It explores the placement of points of interest, the use of diagonals and crossing lines, and the intriguing concept of the "Whirling Square Root." This is not merely a theoretical treatise. The author emphasizes the psychological impact of composition, demonstrating how specific forms and arrangements evoke subconscious feelings and associations in the viewer. By understanding these principles, artists and photographers can imbue their work with greater meaning and emotional resonance. Ultimately, this book empowers creative individuals to harness the power of Dynamic Symmetry, unlocking a timeless approach to composition that can elevate their artistic endeavors. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Art of Composition: A Simple Application of Dynamic Symmetry
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0282561056
• ISBN 13: 9780282561055
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Geometry

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Excerpt from The Art of Composition



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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.
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