Aesthetics Flashcards
Aesthetics is involved with..
.. our senses - vision, hearing, taste, touch, smell - and our emotional responses to objects and things
4 features of aesthetics are…
.. Shape, form, colour and taste
Shape
Shapes are formed as a result of closed lines
Shape : Basic shapes
Circles, squares, triangles and polygons
Form
Refers to the 3-dimensional quality of an object. Involves light forming shadows and different shades forming depth and height
Colour
Creates responses by stimulating emotions and can excite, impress, entertain and persuade. Colour can also create negative associations.
Colour : Think design
A designer must be aware of how people respond to colour and colour combinations.
Colour : Examples
Red : Aggression, danger
White : Clean, pure
Taste
Depends upon the individual
Taste : Standards
Which colour, shape and aromas work
Taste: Research
Research thoroughly to ensure that their creations will appeal to target market