Question

When the artist created this piece of art, she chose to place the words vertically. Why would she make this choice?
a.
She wanted us to see all of the words at the same time.
b.
She wanted the eyes to start at the top, and then move to the bottom of the page.
c.
She wanted people to see the words as less important than the face.
d.
All of the above were considered by the artist.

Answer 1

b. Placing the words vertically directs the viewer’s eye to move from the top down, creating a deliberate visual path through the piece.