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What is Figure-Ground?
What is Figure-Ground?
What does Proximity refer to in Gestalt Principles?
What does Proximity refer to in Gestalt Principles?
We tend to group nearby figures together
Define Similarity in the context of Gestalt principles.
Define Similarity in the context of Gestalt principles.
We usually group together figures that are similar to each other
What does Continuity imply?
What does Continuity imply?
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Explain Closure in Gestalt principles.
Explain Closure in Gestalt principles.
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What is meant by Common movement?
What is meant by Common movement?
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Define Connectedness in Gestalt principles.
Define Connectedness in Gestalt principles.
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Study Notes
Gestalt Grouping Principles
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Figure-Ground: Differentiation between objects and their backgrounds; highlights how the perception of shapes is dependent on contrasting backgrounds.
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Proximity: Spatial closeness leads to grouping; items placed near each other are perceived as related, influencing how we understand and interpret visual elements.
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Similarity: Our brain instinctively groups similar items; characteristics such as color, shape, or size influence our ability to categorize visuals.
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Continuity: Preference for smooth, continuous lines and patterns; instead of abrupt changes, the mind seeks harmony in visual information.
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Closure: Mental process of completing incomplete figures; we perceive a whole image even when parts are missing, showing the brain's tendency to create familiar forms.
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Common Movement: Objects that move in the same direction are seen as belonging together; motion plays a crucial role in how we perceive groupings in dynamic environments.
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Connectedness: Perception of connected elements as a single group; when objects are linked by a line or are closely connected, they are interpreted as a unit.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of Gestalt psychology with these flashcards. Each card highlights key principles like Figure-Ground, Proximity, Similarity, Continuity, and Closure, essential for understanding visual perception. Perfect for students and enthusiasts of psychology.
