In the context of a photograph where the subject is the vase of flowers, the negative space typically refers to the area around and between the subject, which helps define the subject itself. Given the options provided, the negative space could include:
- Lines between the bricks
- White bricks
These elements would contribute to the background and overall composition, enhancing the focus on the vase of flowers. The water in the vase, the green color of the flower stems, and the green color of the flowers themselves would generally not be considered negative space, as they are part of the subject.