Emphasis
What is Emphasis?
the principle used to draw the viewer's eye to a focal point — the most important part of a work
What does "contrast" mean in art?
the difference between two opposing elements placed together to make each stand out
Name one element/principle an artist can use to create emphasis on a building.
Colour, tone, contrast, leading lines/convergence
Name three types of contrast an artist could use
Colour, tone and space
In a painting where the whole town is dark except for one glowing window, what has the artist used to create emphasis?
Tone and warm vs cool colours
Why do artists use tonal contrast?
To create dramatic effect, to enhance depth and to influence the atmosphere of an artwork.
How can negative space around a building create emphasis?
It isolates the building, allowing it to stand out from the environment surrounding it.
If an artist used a lot of blues in their work, what other colours could they use to contrast the blue the most?
Warm colours
Explain the difference between contrast and emphasis, and how one can be used to achieve the other.
contrast is the difference between two elements; emphasis is the effect of directing attention — contrast is often the tool used to create emphasis
What type of colours scheme creates the highest contrast?
Complementary colours (opposite on the colour wheel)