Elements 1
refers to being positive or negative
space
An enclosed 2-dimensional area
shape
This refers to the distribution of visual weight in a work of art
balance
This is used by artists to create dominance and focus in a work of art
emphasis
Red, blue, and yellow are known as what type of color?
primary
The element of art that can best direct a viewer's eye throughout a work of art
line
what are two types of shape
organic and geometric
Works with movement to create a repetition of the elements of art
rhythm
all elements working together to make an artwork feel complete and finished
unity
green, orange, and purple are known as what type of color?
secondary
refers to the lightness or darkness of a color
value
a 3 dimensional shape
form
The relationship of areas within the same form
Proportion
Uses the elements of art in planned repetitions to enhance the surface of a work of art
pattern
our two-name colors, such as blue-green are known as
tertiary or intermediate colors
Describe positive space
takes up space
the reflection of specific light waves off of an object into the eye
color
If the viewers eye does not follow a path through an artwork, then the artwork lacks this principle of art
movement
used to create visual interest- uses many different elements in a work of art
Variety
red and green are an example of what color scheme
Complementary
Describe negative space
the background
The way something feels or looks like it feels
maroon/pink navy blue/baby blue
Name the three types of balance and explain each
symmetrical- same on both sides, asymmetrical- visually equal, yet different, and radial- begins at a center point and radiates around
What is the role of the principles of art?
The principles of art are what we use to organize or arrange the elements of art
What does an analogous color scheme refer to?
colors that are next to each other on the color wheel