Lesson 2 Flashcards
These are the basic elements that are used by Artists in creating Art: they are what you use to create an aesthetically pleasing work. When we make Art, we need to understand and apply these seven Elements of Art.
Elements of Art
A mark made by a pointed tool such as a brush, pen or stick, a moving point.
Line
A flat, enclosed area that has two dimensions, length and width. Artists use both geometric and organic shapes
Shape
Is one of the most dominant elements. It is created by light.
Color
Degrees of lightness or darkness. The difference between values is called value contrast
Value
Objects that are three-dimensional having length. width and height. They can be viewed from many sides. Forms take up space and volume.
Form
It describes the feel of an actual surface. The surface quality of an object, can be real or implied.
Texture
It is used to create the illusion of depth Space can be Two-dimensional, three-dimensional, negative and/or positive
Space
Degrees of lightness or darkness. The difference between values is called?
value contrast
There are three properties of color
- Hue (name,)
- Value (shades and tints,) and
- Intensity (brightness.)
It is the arrangement of parts so that they have equal weight or force.
Balance
Give all the Principles of Design
- Balance
- Contrast
- Emphasis
- Movement
- Repetition & Rhythm
- Unity
It is to show great differences between objects through color. texture, value, etc.
Contrast
It is when the artist makes one part more important through color, texture, value, etc.
Emphasis
It is how an artist makes our eyes travel around an artworks edges and lines.
Movement
The repetition of specific visual elements such as a unit of shape or form. A method used to organize surfaces in a consistent regular manner.
Pattern
Regular repetition of, or alternation in elements to create cohesiveness and interest.
Rhythm
Visually pleasing agreement among the elements in a design; It is the feeling that everything in the work of Art works together and looks like it fits.
Unity
