Chapter 1.2 Elements of Design Flashcards
Line
Can be either straight or curved.
Used to show movements rhythm, texture, or emotion.
Can also be used to outline a shape of a area or border.
Shape
Can be either native or positive. Suggests movement of emotions.
White Space
White space provides your design with balance and clarity.
Typography
Can make a difference in the readability of your work. Good typography provides clarity and order.
Texture
Can suggest an emotion by linking the design with the way something is supposed to feel.
Form
Form is created by taking a shape and making it 3D. It’s effect that it makes it more appealing to the audience.
Value
By using different tones and shades of light and dark, areas of design will have more value.
Optical illusion
Using a variety of elements to play tricks with your brains.
Colour
Used to emphasise points or connect ideas. Draws particular interest in one part of image.