Chapter Eight: Design Decisions Flashcards
The arrangement of shapes, lines and ornamental effects to create an artistic whole known as:
design
Any portion or part in relation to the whole:
proportion
NOT one of the three levels of observation:
shape
The three-dimensional representation of shape is called:
form
The outline or silhouette of an object is known as:
shape
Parallel to the horizon and floor and create a feeling of maximum weight and stability:
horizontal
A two-dimensional representation of form consisting of length and width, but not depth is called a(n):
shape
A symbol that will help you identify the straight and curved lines, angles and direction of a hair design is called a(n):
celestial axis
The visual appearance or feeling of a surface that can be smooth or rough is known as:
texture
The three primary colors are yellow, blue and:
red
When all units are identical expect for position, the design principle is known as:
repetition
When two or more units repeated in a sequential repetition, this design is better known as:
alternation
When all units are similar yet gradually, change proportionately in an ascending or descending scale, this type of design principle is called:
progression
Which design principal refers to units that are opposite, creates variety and stimulates interest?
contrast
Balance in a design is identified by which of the following definitions?
A state in equilibrium between contrasting opposite or interacting elements in the design
What type of balance is created when the weight is positioned unequally from a center axis?
asymmetrical balance
The standard proportion between the head and body of a woman that most artists use?
1 to 7
Three-sectioning is an effective way to measure the proportions if the:
face
When three-sectioning the facial areas, the middle or second section incudes:
the middle of the eyebrow to the tip of the nose
Which facial shape looks good with almost any hair style, length or texture:
oval
The front hairline and jaw are almost horizontal in which facial shape?
square
A designer should NOT accentuate the narrowness at the temples and width at the jawline in what type of facial shape?
pear
NOT considered if the client has a diamond facial shape:
adding width at the cheekbones
True if the client has a heart facial shape:
leave fullness at the nape
Describe the term “profile”:
an outline of the face from the side
Straight, convex and concave are items used in design that refers to:
profile
Adding volume to the fringe area and forehead will visually shrink the length of the nose in which profile?
convex
A dominant, protruding forehead and chin with a small nose are characteristics of a:
concave profile
True regarding design decisions about clients who wear glasses:
select large glasses for a large face
What type of hair texture creates a wide silhouette and generally holds a style for a longer period of time?
curly and coarse
Amount of hair follicles per square inch on the scalp:
density
Wearing a coordinated outfit would fall into what style category:
classic
A casual and comfortable closing style may be described as:
low maintenance
Which service essential involves building rapport with your guests and putting them at ease:
connect
Describes the outward reflection of inner thoughts, feelings, values and attitude:
personality
