Principles of Design
What design principle keeps a composition feeling equal and visually steady?
Balance
What does “Op” in Op Art stand for?
Optical Art
How do artists like Victor and Bridget show their culture in their artwork?
a. By using colors that have no meaning
b. By adding traditional symbols and patterns
c. By ignoring cultural influences
d. By copying other cultures
✅ Answer: b. By adding traditional symbols and patterns
What part of a design draws your attention first?
The focal point (emphasis)
What is the purpose of rhythm/movement in a design?
a. To make it repetitive
b. To create visual interest and flow
c. To make everything equal
d. To limit creativity
✅ Answer: b. To create visual interest and flow
When an artist repeats similar colors, shapes, or lines, to make an art work come together what principle is being used?
Unity
What is the main goal or effect of Op Art on the viewer?
a. To confuse emotions
b. To create a sense of motion or vibration
c. To tell a realistic story
d. To show historical events
✅ Answer: b. To create a sense of motion or vibration
Using opposites, such as black and white, to make something stand out is called:
a. Alignment
b. Repetition
c. Contrast
d. Proportion
✅ Answer: c. Contrast
What term describes how large or small parts of a design are compared to each other?
Proportion/Scale
What is the term for the tools or materials an artist uses to create art?
Mediums
The or flow of repeated elements that lead the viewer’s eye is called what?
Movement/Rhythm
Which set best represents the main features of Op Art?
a. Pattern, Contrast, Optical Illusion
b. Texture, Unity, Shape
c. Color Blending, Harmony, Depth
d. Realism, Space, Emotion
✅ Answer: a. Pattern, Contrast, Optical Illusion
True or False: When artists include cultural patterns in their work, it shows how culture shapes form and style.
True
What is it called when both sides of a design mirror each other?
Symmetry
Which design principle refers to repeating elements to create unity or pattern?
Repetition
What types of shapes and lines are used most in Op Art?
a. Curvy organic lines
b. Random squiggles
c. Geometric and precise patterns
d. Blurry shaded forms
✅ Answer: c. Geometric and precise patterns
What kind of line shows emotion or energy in a drawing?
a. Static line
b. Curved or expressive line
c. Parallel line
d. Hidden line
✅ Answer: b. Curved or expressive line
✅ Answer: b. Curved or expressive line
What is it called when two sides of a design look balanced but not identical?
Asymmetry
n designing an Op Art piece, which element of art and principle of design must be used together to create optical illusion successfully?
a. Color and Unity
b. Line and Movement
c. Texture and Balance
d. Shape and Emphasis
✅ Answer: b. Line and Movement
How would you use lines, shapes, and colors to make an Op Art piece that looks like it is moving?
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I would use wavy lines, repeating shapes, and bright colors to trick the eye so the artwork looks like it’s spinning or vibrating.”
How do artists like Victor and Bridget show their culture in their artwork?
a. By using colors that have no meaning
b. By adding traditional symbols and patterns
c. By ignoring cultural influences
d. By copying other cultures
✅ Answer: b. By adding traditional symbols and patterns
Which colors make up the primary group, and what do they mix to form?
a. Red, Blue, Yellow – combine to form secondary colors
b. Red, Green, Blue – combine to form gray
c. Blue, Orange, Purple – combine to form white
d. Yellow, Pink, Green – combine to form brown
Answer: a. Red, Blue, Yellow – combine to form secondary colors