Principles of 2D Design

I think this chapter is the most important out of the three we have read so far. It covers core, essential aspects of composition that have been developed for centuries and presents them in a clear, concise manner fit for any beginning to learn or any advanced student to review. One of the best aspects of this chapter, I find, is the range of examples. Stewart chose a very broad spectrum of examples to illustrate the visual concepts being tackled. She didn't limit the chapter in time period, medium, context, or anything really for that matter, from the Sistine Chapel to her thorough appreciation for Mulan's visual aspects. Unlike the other two chapters, I will likely find myself referring back to this chapter for clear guidance on some of these concepts whereas I know I am probably not going to go back and get help on cultivating creativity, not that I have infinite imaginative capabilities, but rather that the chapter on creativity in specific didn't feel like it is worth reading multiple times.