The elements of visual interpretation

Manik Roy
I Write
Published in
6 min readJan 17, 2021

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For any visual existence, it will require some kinds of elements that are very important for justifying its interpretation. Actually, you can say in the straight way that any visual presentation will follow some principles for our eyes. If it does not follow these principles, then it will become a burden in our mind as well. For a perfect visual interpretation, maintaining the principles of visual is vital. Otherwise, human perception will never accept its existence also.

Golden Ratio

For any visual interpretation, the power of the Golden Ratio is visible always. The reason is that it engulfs the aesthetics of any visual through its mathematical ratio. Practically, it brings visual happiness in any picture or graphic. Moreover, you will see that this mathematical ratio usually works behind the visual presentation which is very much invisible in the naked eyes.

But if the curious eyes get deep delve into any visual presentation, then it will be easily visible as well. But it is observed that the existence of the Golden Ratio is very much visible in music, architecture, book design, nature and design also. The main benefit of the Golden Ratio is to highlight the sections of any visual entity. Honestly speaking, if the artist could not use the section of any visual entity to convey its meaning to the viewer, then it will be no longer visual as well. One interesting point to tell you that the Golden Ratio is used for the most complex visual presentation as well.

Balance

In any visual entity, you will see some kind of balance in terms of symmetry as well. The reason is that the elements of balance depend on colour, pattern and other elements of visual interpretation. Therefore, the visual entity should have a unique balance in it. Otherwise, it will destroy the visual acceptance from the viewers also.

It is true that balance can be visible in any symmetrical and asymmetrical visual appeal. Because it can work on a complex makeover or simple fabrication as well. You should keep in your mind that the ratio of balance can be different types like 2:1, 3:4, 6:4, 7:10 and other ways as well. The power of balance is highly beneficial in painting, architecture and graphic design also.

Movement

In any visual being, movement should have in a static state or dynamic state also. But for the sake of visually appealing, the default movement should be straight and sometimes it may be zigzag. It is observed that the straight movement generally brings risk-less appealing to any visual being. Whereas the zigzag movement may bring some disturbing appealing to our mind as well. But the creator if manage it well, then it can give a new perspective also. Even, you can find that movement creates continuity in the visual being which ultimately soothes our eyes as well.

Pattern

If you think about the pattern in any visual being, then you will discover a unique presentation about symmetry. The reason is that it will create some kind of ripple in the visual perception which is very much conceivable in every segment of it. Even, a pattern sometimes makes some noise as well in a picture or painting. It will invite some unwanted disturbance in our mind.

Symmetry

Generally, it will inculcate in your mind about orderliness. Practically, it is very much important for any visual entity as well. Without symmetry, you will never move forward through any visual medium. It is observed that symmetry brings all together with the wholeness in the visual impact of any picture or paint and architecture also. Generally, symmetry generates systematic vibration in any visual being.

Therefore, you will only perceive it when you come close to it. But one thing is sure that if you try to break symmetry, then you will see that the huge numbers of symmetrical pulses will be born in a single visual entity as well. It is true that our eyes will never get deceived in this connection also. The main benefit of symmetry is to hold together which is visible everywhere in this universe also. Actually, we don’t dare to break symmetry unnecessarily due to the essence of togetherness.

Repetition

Any visual being sometimes needed it or sometimes don’t need it. One thing is sure that repetition is somehow dictated towards advertising. Actually, repetition in a picture or any art form will generate some boredom if it will is applied unnecessarily as well. It will never tell you when you have to stop or when you have to go. It totally depends on the immediate requirement or makeover.

Line

The purpose of the line in any visual entity is to mark the other elements of visual interpretation. Therefore, you will see the existence in all visual medium without your knowledge. Actually, it is an essential element for any visual being. You should keep in your mind that line means the rule. Therefore, you should maintain it with your skill. Otherwise, it will downgrade the visual essence of a picture or graphic as well.

Alignment

In a visual existence, alignment means arrangement. Without an arrangement, no job will be accomplished. So any visual will not be completed without alignment as well. Practically, you have to arrange the sequence of the visual elements in such a way that it can convey its power and meaning.

Rules of Third

It is mainly used for photography. Still, it has a unique power to apply in painting or graphic design. Since its prime concern is that for building a good composition. Therefore, it creates ways for visual happiness in any visual being. The Rule of Third is a straight forward tool for composition. Therefore, you can expect a fool-proof visual creation without any error. But it is true that you can break its rule for creating a formidable reverse composition as well.

Frame

The main purpose of using a frame in any visual being is to demarcate its boundary. So, the viewer can see its power within the stipulated area. It is a good sign that frame itself restricts the viewer’s viewing horizon without interfering with its vital elements. Logically speaking, a frame is not a pure composition tool. Rather it is a border cutting tool for any visual substance.

Colour

It is a visual sensation that emits through the light in a different wavelength. Colour is a vital element in visual interpretation. Without it, your visual perception will be incomplete. Practically, colour builds different sensations in the visual substance to make it more exciting and pleasurable as well. For better visual acceptance, you should use it wisely in such a way that it could not overlap our visual bliss also.

Contrast

In any visual entity, contrast or difference has a big impact. The reason is that it will take the viewer’s eye from one area to another area. It is rather a booster for any visual being. Generally, the contrast will make a way for the viewer to look through different variations.

Proximity

It means nearness. In visual substances, proximity has delicate importance. The reason is that it will require when you feel; some kind of delicacy in your picture or painting. Since it is very much subtle and you have to use it with great care as well.

Focal Point

It is an important element for any visual interpretation. Because any element can be the focal point of your picture or painting. Particularly if you like to convey something special to your viewer, then it will play a vital role in this regard. The main purpose of the focal point is to highlight the main motto of the visual being.

Style

It is dynamic and it moves always as well as in all direction. Therefore, you will never build a style forever. Rather, it is better to say that style changes at the regular interval and you have to change it if you require it as well.

So visual interpretation is the way for enjoying visual happiness in any visual being with its elements. Particularly, if you are looking for any lengthy existence in the visual world, then the visual interpretation will help you in this regard as well.

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Manik Roy
I Write

AI Writer | AI Photographer | AI Artist | Editor of I Write