Phi Divisions of the Square: A Categorization of Composition Strategies

Year: 2011 Authors: James Mai

Core claim

Phi-based square compositions can be systematically categorized into four distinct strategies arising from first- and second-order geometric characteristics.

Topics

Phi geometry, square-format composition, compositional strategy, abstract painting

Domains

golden ratio, geometry, dynamic symmetry, painting, digital prints, abstract art, architectural proportion

Methods

geometric construction, visual analysis, categorization, studio practice

Media

acrylic paintings, digital prints, square canvas

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