By: Jeff Munion, Yianni Tsambis, and Jimmy Munion

Definition

Shape: A shape is a self contained

defined area of geometric or organic

form. A positive shape in a painting

automatically creates a negative shape.

A geometric shape that can have a

specific form.

Examples of 2D Shapes

Examples of 3D Shapes

(Forms)

Do’s

Crop a photo in an interesting way, such as in an oval.

Symbolize an idea.

Make a block of text more interesting by setting the text into a shape.

Create a new format.

Highlight information. You could add a screened or tinted shape to highlight important information.