Elements 1
The area around a subject or is the subject of a work of art. We also call this as being positive or negative
space
Name the two types of shape
geometric and organic
This refers to the distribution of visual weight in a work of art
balance
The main idea, the main focus, the thing that catches your eye.
emphasis
Red, blue, and yellow are known as what type of color?
primary
A moving point on a 2D surface or through space.
line
Name an example of a geometric shape
circle, square, rectangle, triangle
It creates a sense of action or implied movement by repeating an art element.
rhythm
Refers to what makes an artwork feel complete and finished and that the parts work together
unity
refers to the lightness or darkness of a color
value
Unlike shape, this element has a third dimension of depth
form
What is this example? A painting that utilizes only the colors black and white.
contrast
Uses the elements of art in planned or random repetitions of enhance the surface of a work of art
pattern
Describe positive space
takes up space...the object/subject
Name all seven elements of art
line, color, shape, form, space, value, and texture
If the viewers eye does not follow a path through an artwork, then the artwork lacks this principle of art
movement
Name the seven principles of art
unity, pattern, movement, rhythm, balance, contrast, and emphasis
Describe negative space
the background. The space around the subject.
Name a color with a dark value and a color with a light value (name the color, not dark blue, light blue)
maroon/pink navy blue/baby blue
Name the three types of balance
symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial
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