Student

Figure/Ground

Graphic Translations

B/W

Select from a given a list of topics. Create tracings and sketches before making a final selection. Use simple geometric shapes of lines, circles, and rectangles. Combine simple shapes to create more complex forms. Repeating lines are used to create planar surfaces and dashed and dotted lines are used to create surface texture and light and shadow features.

Architectural study that reduces a contemporary building to a system of lines, planes, and simplified structural elements. Railings, stairs, and façade components become repeating graphic patterns that establish depth and perspective. The restrained use of black and white emphasizes spatial relationships and structural organization.