The series of red lines are similar and link together |
Here we see diminishing similarity
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In this image the similarity law is simple - the similarity of shape color and texture of the fire extinguishers links them all as a visual element - there is little to conflict with this - |
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This image is slightly more complex - we see how the round set of umbrellas create a different
figure than the rectangular ones -although the colour and texture is similar between all the umbrellas, the similarity of shape for each set unifies them as a group, and creates a difference between them-
what makes the image interesting
is this juxtaposition of shape, one element against another They have a strong visual impact because the background contrasts in colour and tone -
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Here the similarity of the 4 cabbage trees unifies them as a single element |
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In
this image the bubbles are roughly the same shape and are equidistant
from each other are grouped according to their similarity and seen
as a figure or shape. |
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Through
the principle of similarity, the visual likeness and spatial relationship
of the bars of the railing creates a single and larger figure. |
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Here the similarity of colour texture and shape unify the chairs as an interconnected figure - |
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While
the row of bike wheels have similarity, look how the red covers
create a strong larger figure. This happens because of their colour
- they project forward - where as the rest of the wheel becomes
tonally somewhat confused as a background. There is also a second
set of red in the controls on the handle bars. |
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Symmetry where 2 areas of a scene are repeated in the image is also an aspect of similarity. |
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Symmetry can also occur in reflections where 2 areas are similar. |
