Shapes are two-dimensional. Positive shapes represent solid objects and negative shapes show the surrounding space. Geometric shapes are perfect and regular. Organic shapes are irregular and natural.
A shape is a two-dimensional area. Shapes have height and width but not depth.
A shape might be defined by an outline or through contrast with its surroundings, such as through colour or tone.
Georgia O鈥橩eeffe, Picasso and Aino-Maija Metsola鈥檚 works show the two-dimensional geometric and fluid organic shapes that can be used in art and design.
There are two types of shape:
Organic - Organic shapes are ones that can be found in nature. For example fruit, vegetables, flowers and shells all have organic shapes.
Geometric - Geometric shapes are mathematical shapes, such as squares and circles. They are perfect and regular.
Question
How can you show shape in an artwork?
Shape can be created by an outline also known as a contour line, or through contrast such as a change in tone or colour.