Elements and Principles of Art Flashcards
What is an Element in art?
Element in art is the visual tool that the artist uses to create a composition.
What is a Principle in Art?
How the artist uses the elements of art to create an effect and to help convey the artist’s intent.
How many Elements of art are there?
There are 7 elements of art.
How many Principles of Art are there?
There are 7 principles of art.
What are the 7 elements of art?
Line
Shape
Form
Space
Texture
Value
Colour
What are the 7 principles of art?
Rhythm
Balance
Movement
Proportion
Variety
Emphasis
Unity
What is a Line in Art?
A line is a one-dimensional path created by a point moving in space.
What is a Shape in Art?
A shape is an enclosed 2d form that has both length and width.
What is Form in Art?
Form refers to the illusion of a 3d object on a 2d surface
What is Space in Art?
Space is the area around, above, and within an object
What is Texture in Art?
Texture is the way an artist creates a visual feel or perceived surface on their work.
What is Value in Art?
Value is how light or dark a color is on an artwork.
What is Colour in Art?
Colour in art is reflected light the eye perceives.
What is Rhythm in Art?
Rhythm is the movement or the visual flow within a certain piece.
What is Balance in Art?
Balance is the distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture, and space.
What is Movement in Art?
Movement is the result of using the elements of art such that they move the viewer’s eyes around and within the image.
What is Proportion in Art?
Proportion is relation in size between parts or objects within a composition.
What is Variety in Art?
Variety is the use of different visual elements throughout an artwork.
What is Rhythm in Art?
Rhythm is the movement or the visual flow within a certain piece.
What is Unity in Art?
Unity is the overall coherence and harmony of the design or composition.
