Elements 1
appeals to your tactile sense
texture
A _____ composition has objects that extend off of the composition
open
Repeated lines can be used to help create _______, which guides the viewer's eye around an artwork.
movement
This compositional theory divides the frame in thirds vertically and horizontally. You can place the subject of your composition in the intersections to create emphasis.
rule of thirds
You can create __________ by altering a variety of elements, such as value and color.
contrast
Uses the elements of art in planned or random repetitions to enhance the surface of a work of art
pattern
This compositional theory uses lines to guide a viewer's eye around or through an artwork. An example of this is "Strong Diagonal".
Leading Lines
space
This is the most basic of all the elements
line
If the viewers eye does not follow a path through an artwork, then the artwork lacks this principle of art
movement
Combining different elements to create interest and focal points
variety
This compositional theory gives space on the side of the frame for subjects in motion.
active space
Can be real or implied
texture
Name the three main characteristics of color
hue, value, intensity
This principle creates a visual tempo through repeated elements. Is closely linked to movement.
Rhythm
This compositional theory eliminated unnecessary items from a composition that will only distract the viewer.
Simplify