Notan: Axial symmetry/positive & negative space

Nōtan (濃淡^?) is a Japanese design concept involving the play and placement of light and dark elements as they are placed next to the other in the composition of art and imagery.

Notan Japanese word that means the use of light and dark.

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Notan from ESTER ALONSO

It´s important to keep the composition balanced.
We can use a seesaw as a good example.

Click on the image below to learn more about how to get a balanced composition.