As a kind of modern urban public art, the design elements of stone crafts are also an important aspect. Different design elements can bring different styles and themes to stone crafts. Let`s take a look at the elements of stone carving design.
1.Shape
Shape is the design element of stone crafts. The shape can give people a preliminary understanding of the theme and connotation of the
stone sculpture, for example, a soaring eagle, a fighting dolphin, etc. The shape can be impressive.
2.Materials
Stone carving materials are materials for stone crafts design. Stone carving materials not only have the advantages of high strength, corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, etc., but also have unlimited design flexibility and can meet the needs of various shapes.
3. Color
According to the theme and connotation of stone sculpture, choosing different colors is also an important element in the design of stone crafts. The stone carving itself has a bright silvery metallic color, but the color can be changed through oxidation treatment, spraying, etc.
4. Texture
The texture of stone crafts is also one of the design elements. The texture can give the stone sculpture a special style and sense of order. For example, irregular lines and arcs can be used to make the stone sculpture look very personal.
5.Light and shadow
Stone carving materials have the characteristics of reflecting light. The direction and degree of light reflection can be controlled by changing the surface treatment method and shape of the stone carving. stone crafts can have a more vivid effect through changes in light and shadow.
6. Size
The size of the stone crafts is also one of the design elements. The size of the stone carving can reflect the theme and connotation of the stone carving. For example, grand and majestic stone sculpture can increase the visual impact, and small and exquisite stone sculpture can increase the interest.
7. Space environment
When designing stone crafts, the spatial environment where the stone sculpture are located needs to be taken into consideration, such as parks, squares, commercial streets, etc. Different spatial environments require different design elements to achieve an organic combination of stone sculpture and the environment.
In short, the above seven design elements are essential elements in the design process of stone crafts. Designers need to rationally use these elements according to different themes and connotations to create impressive and beautiful stone crafts.
