1) Figure and Ground

Description: The ground is in high contrast, making the object looks like a silhouette. Contrast provides a distinct barrier between the object and background, so the viewer can easily tell that the picture shows the figure of a man passing by the hallway.

2) Closure

Description:  Our mind has the tendency to complete unfinished objects. By understanding the gestalt theories, we can create an image that leads viewers’ minds to see the way that we want them to see it. Like this picture, the mind automatically fills in the gaps. We know that our subject is a girl and maybe wearing a hijab too, judging from the scarf that is half shown.

3) Common Fate

Description:  A group of guys is walking together in the same direction, creating a directional line. Using this theory our minds will naturally treat them as one group, who has a common destiny.

4) Continuity

Description:  This principle helps create a sense of depth as the mind believes that the bridge continues beyond its vanishing point. The picture is shown using leading lines as a lead for the viewer’s eyes to the main object we want them to see. 

5) Proximity

Description:  The objects that are close to one another appear to form groups. As you can see, the picture shows two girls sitting close to each other. The girl on the left lay her head on her sister's shoulder. This creates a connection between elements in an image. 

6) Similarity

Description:  The girls are on masks. Due to the worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease, everyone must put on a mask before getting outside. In this picture, they both share the same color, shape, and texture. Therefore, we see them as one unit. Also, the windows above them are seen as belonging together as they have the same shape and color.