chapter 11 Flashcards
What is a line?
A mark connecting two points
Every line has width, length, and direction.
List characteristics of a line.
- long
- short
- straight
- curved
- continuous
- broken
- solid
- dashed
- thick
- thin
- parallel
- radial
- zigzag
- horizontal
- vertical
- diagonal
What do vertical lines create in design?
Illusion of height and length
Vertical lines add height, strength, and stability.
What is the effect of horizontal lines?
Draw eyes side to side and create an illusion of width
They also provide a restful atmosphere.
What do diagonal lines suggest?
Activity and keep the eye moving
What effect do curved lines add to a design?
A graceful, softening effect
What are the dimensions of shape?
2-D or flat
Shape is an area enclosed by lines.
What is silhouette in design?
The shape or style of a garment seen from a distance
What defines form in design?
Three-dimensional shapes known as forms
Form has height, width, length = volume.
What is positive space?
Foreground space filled with lines, colors, forms, and shapes
What is negative space?
Background that lies between the objects
What role does texture play in design?
Quality of objects and how something feels or is expected to feel
What is tactile texture?
The actual feel of the surface
What is visual texture?
An illusion of the surface’s texture
What textures are considered formal?
Smooth, hard, and shiny textures
What is proportion in design?
Relationship of objects or parts of objects to one another
What is formal balance?
Symmetrical balance with equal or identical objects around a central point
What is radial balance?
A center focal point with other elements around it
What does rhythm in design refer to?
Repetition of design elements that force a viewer’s eye around the room
What is emphasis in design?
Calls attention to important areas and creates focal points
What creates harmony in design?
When all elements and principles work harmoniously together
Fill in the blank: The form of an object should fit its _______.
[function]
True or False: Coarse textures are suitable for small individuals or rooms.
False
