Principles Of Design

Question 1

Balance

Answer 1

1. Symmetrical balance:
   - an exact replica of two halves of an image
   - gives a calm stabilizing effect
2. Asymmetrical balance:
   - when there is more weight on one side of the painting
   - these artworks feel more “exciting”
   - asymmetrical works still need to feel “balanced”
3. Radial balance:
   - composed around a central point

Question 2

Unity

Answer 2

• combines the ELEMENTS, PRINCIPLES, MATERIALS, IMAGERY AND SUBJECT MATTER to create a harmonious work

Question 3

Emphasis

Answer 3

• answers the question: what is the artist trying to say?
• creates a focal point
• usually the first thing you see, or find important
• you can emphasize:
  Elements
  Figure
  Objects
  Concepts

Question 4

Pattern

Answer 4

• is a repetition of motifs, colours, shapes, lines or other elements

Question 5

Repetition

Answer 5

(Kind it random)

• repetition is repeating an element many times in a design
• often includes repetition of the same element

Question 6

Movement

Answer 6

• directs the eyes of the viewer to a focal point or a center of interest
• gives a he actual sense that something is moving
• you can create movement through the repetition or gradual change of an element

Question 7

Contrast

Answer 7

• synonym for differences between things

- each element can contrast

Question 8

Variety

Answer 8

• opposite of unity

- variety add interest by using contrasting things within the composition

Question 9

Proportion

Answer 9

• refers to the relative size and f the elements in a design
• the issue is the relationship between objects
• the universal standard measurement is the human body

Question 10

Rhythm

Answer 10

• this happens when the elements are repeated

- repetition can happen in regular or irregular spaces