Exuberance – the quality of being full of energy, excitement, and cheerfulness; ebullience. I see this term as being relatable to both aspects of vertical and horizontal placements. The definition itself explains about an excited energy. The balance would definitely be of asymmetrical quality. low contrast would offer a more naturalized motion, and high contrast would yield a more dramatic, organic effect. The movement should be fast-paced, as that coincides with the definition. Proportion should be as big as possible.
Playful – fond of games and amusement; lighthearted. Playful can also be oriented in both vertical and horizontal fashions, as the definition of playful is not limited to one particular plane. Balance should be asymmetrical; playful is random. Movement should be fast, as playful can oftentimes be fast-paced. Proportion shouldn’t matter for this term, as playful extends from many different realms from big to small.
Victorious – having won a victory; triumphant. This term would most likely be suited with a large symmetrical form, maybe like a trophy. The modules should rotate, for a more suitable depiction of the definition. Movement should be fast, and proportion large to show this large “victory”.
Hyper – hyperactive or unusually energetic. This term should utilize a very random movement, with a combination of big and small proportions, along with fast motions to really depict the definition.
Passionate – showing or caused by strong feelings or a strong belief. This term should exercise a very concrete, formal movement with some sort of apex, a pinnacle, per se. The movement should be medium-paced, with no breaks in the speed. Proportions should be large, as passion often coincides with the steady achievement of large compositions.
Restfulness – a state of freedom from storm or disturbance. This term should exhibit slow and small movements that are conceived by restful actions.
Weak – lacking the power to perform physically demanding tasks; lacking physical strength and energy. Weak should also show small and slow movements; big and fast movements would be appropriate for a term opposite of weak.
Broken – having been fractured or damaged and no longer in one piece or in working order. Broken should show literal fractures in the movements of the modules. It is important for the piece to be asymmetrical.
Volatile – easily evaporated at normal temperatures. Volatile should be a sudden explosion of the composition. Modules should be show and excited state, moving in random directions. Proportions should be as big as possible.
Flexible – capable of bending easily without breaking. Flexible should show a very bendy nature of the modules, and can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical.
Confused – unable to think clearly; bewildered. Confused should show literally, a confusing composition of modules going every which way in an asymmetrical pattern.
Anxiety – a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. Anxiety should be similar to confusion, and would be appropriate for the composition to be confined.
Trusting – showing or tending to have a belief in a person’s honesty or sincerity; not suspicious. Trusting should exhibit a concrete structure, a bond. A very symmetrical pattern should be appropriate.
Strong – having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks. Strong should be a bold, large, symmetrical composition that shows a very strong sense of volume.
Languid – displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed. Languid should display a very lethargic movement. Very slow movements would be appropriate for this term.
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