Composition & Design Principal Flashcards

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Compostition

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the combination of elements of art in order to make a pleasing artwork.

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Focal point

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the main focus or subject of an artwork. it draws the viewers eye.

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Balance

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the arrangement of elements to create stability in an artwork.

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Symmetry

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balance created when both sides are similar in visual height and almost mirrored.

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Asymmetry

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balance is created when both sides are similar but not almost mirrored. creates more interesting artworks.

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6
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Radial symmetry

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when things are arranged around a point.

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7
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Rhythm

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combing art elements to create a sense of flow and movement.

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8
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Emphasis

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developing points of interest to pull eye to important parts of the artwork.

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9
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Contrast

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visual differences in an artwork. makes for very interesting artworks.

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Proportion

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the size relationship of parts to another.

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Pattern

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repetition of motifs

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