Theoretical aspects of construction of qualitative composition in printing industry

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Komar S. M., Selmenska Z. M. № 2 (74) 43-51 Image Image

The main goals of the composition in printed publication have been defined. The attention has been focused on the laws, tools and methods of constructing the composition of the publication. The methods of determination of geometric and composite centers have been considered. The correlation between the compositional features of the publications and the laws of perception of information has been established. The main means and tools for placing the emphasis on the plurality of elements have been determined. The theoretical recommendations for a balanced composition of the publication have been formulated.

Keywords: composition, laws, means and methods of composition, composition center.


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