Tafadzwa Art & Design Studio

Gestalt Principles

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The Gestalt 10

01

Proximity

Closeness implies a relationship. Group related items together.

Proximity

02

Similarity

Items with shared visual traits are seen as having the same function.

Similarity

03

Closure

The mind fills in missing info to create a complete whole.

Closure

04

Continuity

Eyes follow the smoothest path beyond its end point.

Continuity

05

Figure & Ground

Distinguish the focal point from the background layer.

Figure & Ground

06

Common Fate

Elements moving in the same direction are linked.

Common Fate

07

Symmetry

Symmetrical elements provide a sense of order and stability.

Symmetry

08

Common Region

Items in the same boundary are perceived as related.

Common Region

09

Connectedness

Visual connections are the strongest grouping signal.

Connectedness

10

Pragnanz

We interpret complex images in their simplest form.

Pragnanz

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