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Tangrams

I made a small series involving using tangrams to create symmetry, asymmetry, with the use of three different proportions: Square (1:1), Root 2 Rectangle (1:1.414), and Golden Section (1:1.618). In addition to creating these designs with these specifications, I had to incorporate the use of color into each and at least one of them had to be done traditionally. In the Square proportion, I opted for a traditional approach using gouache paints and tape to create texture, transparency, and a warm color scheme. The Root 2 Rectangle has a monochrome theme with minimal overlapping transparency and the Golden Section uses complementary colors with moderate overlapping transparency.

Golden Section proportion with radial asymmetry and complementary colors.

Golden Section proportion with radial asymmetry and complementary colors.

Sketch of the Golden Section

Sketch of the Golden Section

Root 2 Rectangle ratio with symmetry and a monochromatic color scheme.

Root 2 Rectangle ratio with symmetry and a monochromatic color scheme.

Sketch of the Root 2 Rectangle

Sketch of the Root 2 Rectangle

Square proportion with asymmetry and a warm color temperature.

Square proportion with asymmetry and a warm color temperature.

Sketch of the Square proportion

Sketch of the Square proportion