Definition
What is the definition of Contrast?
Contrast refers to the opposites and differences in the work.
A mark made by a moving point. It directs the eye and can be horizontal, vertical, diagonal, wavy, or zig-zag.
Line!
The example of Van Gogh's Starry Night was used in class to show an example of _____?
Unity!
If an artist is emphasizing the surface quality of an object and trying to make it look rough, smooth, bumpy, or sharp, what element is this artist using?
Texture!
What is the definition of space as an element of design?
The area used or unused in a composition.
Positive space - the area an object takes up.
Negative space - the area around, under, through and between.
Gives the work a 3 - dimensional feeling. Can be atmospheric.
Artistic term for hue. Primary, secondary, intermediates. Can use this to enhance appeal or make an impact
Colour!
What element is missing from this list?
Line, Shape, Texture, Colour, Space, Value, ______.
Form!
If an artist is using an element over and over again in a composition, that artist is using what Principle of Design?
Pattern!
What is the definition of value?
Black and White and all the Greys in between. Dark to light.
Can add drama and impact to composition.
A contained area, can be geometric and can be organic.
Shape and Form!
Which Principle is missing from this list?
Rhythm, Pattern, Emphasis, Contrast, Movement, Unity, _____.
Balance!
If a composition has developing points of interest to pull the viewer's eyes to important parts of the body of work, it is said to have used ______ or has a ______?
Emphasis and focal point.
What is the definition of movement?
Movement directs the viewers eye throughout the picture plane, usually by placement of elements which draw the viewer's eye.
Adds excitement to the work by showing action.
______ is created in a work when elements are repeated. Can be regular or irregular.
Architecture often contains this.
Rhythm!
What is the difference between shape and form?
Shapes are 2 - Dimensional.
Form is 3 dimensional.
If a composition emphasizes the surface quality of an object as well as repeats an element over and over again, what Element and Principle of design are being used?
Texture and Pattern!
What is the definition of the Principles of Art?
Best defined as the different arrangements - or compositions - of the ELEMENTS of design to create artistic, interesting, or more visually powerful art.
_______ is a sense of stability in a body of work. It can be created by ___________.
Balance and repeating same shapes and creating a feeling of equal weight.
You have to know and understand the elements and principles of art to ____ them all around you and ______ them into your work!
SEE them and INCORPORATE them!
If a composition includes a picture showing the architecture of a building and its reflection in water, what two principles of design can most likely be seen in this composition.
Rhythm and balance