The areas of an artwork that IS the primary subject or object. Positive Space defines the subjects outline. see: Negative Space, Notan

The space in a composition occupied by the subject or objects.

Positive space is space in a photograph used by the subject.

areas that have definite form and shapes. (Drawing Lesson 15)

In figurative sculpture, it is generally referred to as the shape or form of the figure.

Positive shape refers to the focal point of a work of art or shape of the work of art

The subject area in a drawing or a painting

The area of a design in which objects are drawn or painted