Blog 5

This picture is part of Sharpie's commercial advertisement.  Unity can be seen in the layout of all the markers.  That fact that all the markers are the same shape gives it unity.  The colors also have a sense of unity and order.

Blog 4

This is the floor of the Science and Engineering building.  It shows proximity and similarity.

Blog 3: gestalt principles

The Adidas logo is a good example of a few gestalt principles.  It  shows continuity and proximity.

Blog 2: design inspired by nature

This high speed train has the same features as many bird's beaks.  With such a sleek body and the beak like features, this train is able to cut through the air similar to how a bird does.  These aerodynamic features increase the max speed.  It also increases fuel efficiency of both the train and the bird.

Blog 1

Above is some street art that pictures a dove with a kevlar vest.  The dove is also holding an olive branch which is often a symbol for peace.  The dove also is in the crosshairs which implies that it is in danger.  My guess is that peace is under attack from the possibility of war.  The dove wearing the vest seems to be gearing up for the looming conflict to come.