Principles of Design
what is the principle that gives a sense of equilibrium to a floral arrangement?
balance
an element that can give directional lines, which could be vertical, horizontal, diagonal or curved in a floral design called?
line
physical balance means what in a floral arrangement?
the arrangement is structurally sound
do floral design themes revolve around a color scheme? (true or false)
true
what does symmetrical balance mean in a floral arrangement?
the elements are mirrored on each side, or when you look at the piece, flowers and foliage are evenly distributed, etc.
what is the center of interest in a floral arrangement, the emphasis or focal point?
emphasis
flowers and foliage vary, being smooth, rough, or glossy is an example of what element?
texture
visual balance means what in a floral arrangement?
both sides of the arrangement have equal weight or eye attraction
what are the 3 primary colors on the color wheel?
blue, yellow, and red
when making a bouquet, your bow should be within a harmonious color? (true or false)
true
what principle of floral design is different from harmony and focuses on the individual components?
unity
an element that is made up of positive and negative space is called?
form
proportion controls the _______ of the materials being used in the floral arrangement.
size
what are colors across from each other on the color wheel referred to as?
complementary colors
when making an arrangement, should your flowers be proportionate to your vase?
yes they should be
what is the center of interest, or where the viewer looks first, in a floral arrangement called?
emphasis
to avoid your floral design looking flat and two-dimensional, what element is used?
depth
an arrangement should have both visual and ________ balance.
physical
related color schemes can be what two things, one being analogous?
monochromatic
what two other types of forms could a floral arrangement be in? (hint: one being crescent)
round/circular, or triangular/fan-shaped
mame the 6 principles of design
balance, proportion, emphasis, rhythm, harmony, unity
name the 5 elements of design
line, form, depth, texture, color
how many times in height should the arrangement be to the container?
1 1/2 to 2 times the size of the container
what are the 6 tertiary colors?
yellow-orange, red-orange, red-violet, blue-violet, blue-green, and yellow-green
what is the proper term for color called?
hue