Elements of Art
A mark with length and direction; can vary in thickness, length, and style is a _____?
Line
What are the 3 primary colours?
Red, Yellow, Blue
The arrangement of elements to create stability (symmetrical/asymmetrical).
Balance
Using repeated shapes, colours, or lines to decorate or structure a design.
Pattern
What are the three types of Balance
Symmetrical/ Formal
Asymmetrical/ Informal
Radial
An enclosed, flat area created by lines or contrasts in colour is a ___________?
Shape
_________ is Created when a shape becomes three-dimensional (height, width, and depth).
Form
When one part of an artwork stands out or draws attention.
Emphasis
The path a viewer’s eye takes through the artwork.
Movement
What are 3 of the "warm" colours
Yellow
Yellow-orange
Orange
Red-orange
Red
Red-violet
Define Texture
The way something looks or feels: rough, smooth, soft, etc.
What is the difference between shape and form?
Shape is 2D, form is 3D
Define Proportion
The relationship in size, scale, or amount between different parts of a whole.
Define Unity
The sense of wholeness or harmony in an artwork.
An example of complementary colours is...?
Colours across from each other on the colour wheel.
Red/Greed
Blue/Orange
Yellow/ Purple
__________ is produced when light reflects off an object; includes hue, value, and intensity.
Colour
Define Space
The area around, within, or between objects in an artwork. (Positive Space/ Negative Space)
Define Variety
Combining different elements for interest without losing unity.
How is variety different from unity?
Variety introduces differences, like contrasting colors or shapes, to add interest and prevent boredom, while unity creates a sense of wholeness and "oneness" by using similar elements and arranging them to fit together harmoniously. These principles work together, with unity providing the underlying structure and variety offering visual dynamism.
Pattern is also called?
Repetition/ Rhythm
Define Value
The lightness or darkness of a colour or area.
What are the secondary colours?
Purple, Green, Orange
___________ creates a focal point?
Emphasis
Radial balance is....
When the elements or objects of an artwork are place around a central point.
Define Intermediate colours
A colour between the primary and secondary colours on the colour wheel