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The face can be divided into 12 equal sections, both horizontally and vertically.
The face can be divided into 12 equal sections, both horizontally and vertically.
False
The golden ratio is applied to the distance between the eyebrows and the chin.
The golden ratio is applied to the distance between the eyebrows and the chin.
False
The width of the face is divided into 4 equal parts.
The width of the face is divided into 4 equal parts.
False
The height of the face is divided into 4 equal parts.
The height of the face is divided into 4 equal parts.
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The distance from the nose to the mouth is equal to the distance from the mouth to the forehead.
The distance from the nose to the mouth is equal to the distance from the mouth to the forehead.
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The shape of the face can be categorized into 4 main types: oval, square, heart-shaped, and triangular.
The shape of the face can be categorized into 4 main types: oval, square, heart-shaped, and triangular.
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Study Notes
Esthetic Proportions of the Face
Facial Divisions
- The face can be divided into thirds both horizontally and vertically, creating 9 equal sections.
- These divisions help in evaluating the overall balance and harmony of the face.
Golden Ratio (1.618:1)
- The golden ratio is a mathematical proportion that is believed to be aesthetically pleasing.
- In the face, the golden ratio is applied to the following proportions:
- The distance between the hairline and eyebrows to the distance between the eyebrows and the base of the nose.
- The distance between the base of the nose to the chin to the distance between the eyebrows and the base of the nose.
Facial Widths
- The width of the face is divided into 5 equal parts:
- The width of one eye is equal to one-fifth of the total facial width.
- The distance between the eyes is equal to one-fifth of the total facial width.
- The width of the nose is equal to one-fifth of the total facial width.
Facial Heights
- The height of the face is divided into 3 equal parts:
- The distance from the hairline to the eyebrows.
- The distance from the eyebrows to the base of the nose.
- The distance from the base of the nose to the chin.
Other Esthetic Proportions
- The distance from the nose to the mouth is equal to the distance from the mouth to the chin.
- The width of the mouth is equal to one-third of the total facial width.
- The shape of the face can be categorized into 3 main types: oval, square, and heart-shaped.
Facial Divisions
- The face can be divided into 9 equal sections using horizontal and vertical lines, creating a grid that helps evaluate facial balance and harmony.
Golden Ratio in the Face
- The golden ratio (1.618:1) is a mathematical proportion believed to be aesthetically pleasing and is applied to facial proportions.
- Facial proportions adhering to the golden ratio include:
- The distance between the hairline and eyebrows to the distance between the eyebrows and the base of the nose.
- The distance between the base of the nose to the chin to the distance between the eyebrows and the base of the nose.
Facial Widths
- The width of the face is divided into 5 equal parts, with each part being:
- The width of one eye.
- The distance between the eyes.
- The width of the nose.
Facial Heights
- The height of the face is divided into 3 equal parts, each being:
- The distance from the hairline to the eyebrows.
- The distance from the eyebrows to the base of the nose.
- The distance from the base of the nose to the chin.
Other Esthetic Proportions
- The distance from the nose to the mouth is equal to the distance from the mouth to the chin.
- The width of the mouth is equal to one-third of the total facial width.
- Face shapes can be categorized into 3 main types: oval, square, and heart-shaped.
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Learn about the facial divisions and the golden ratio in evaluating facial balance and harmony. This quiz covers the proportions of the face, applying mathematical concepts to aesthetics.
