Principles of Art Flashcards
a feeling of visual equality in shape, form, value, color, etc
balance
both sides of a composition are matching. a quiet, restful feeling
symmetrical
both sides are not equal or matching. more interesting arrangements
asymmetrical
sense of movement in which some elements recur regularly
rhythm
relates to the actual and relative size and visual weight of the design and its components
scale
relates to the parts of the object and how one part relates to another
proportion
refers to the area that first attracts attention in a composition
center of interest
occurs when all the parts of a home or room are related by one idea
unity
a unified design has
consistency of style
2 or more different elements of design are used to add interest to a design
variety
achieved when unity and variety are effectively combined
harmony