Definition 1
A path created by a moving point, mark or object. It is a dot that takes a walk. A line can be straight, swirly, wavy.....
Line
A two-dimensional (2D), flat enclosed area. When a line crosses over itself
Shape
The element of art derived from reflected or absorbed light. It adds interest and mood to a work of art.
Color
The lightness or darkness of an object; the degree of lightness or darkness in a piece of art; or the effect of light and shade on objects in a picture.
Value
The element of art that refers to the emptiness or area around or within objects. Positive ____ refers to the part of the artwork that takes up space. Negative ____is the area around that object. In addition, creating the illusion of space using perspective.
Space
The distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture, and space.
Balance
The repeating of an object or symbol all over the work of art.
Pattern
Works with pattern to make the work of art seem active. The repetition of elements of design creates unity within the work of art.
Repetition
The feeling of unity created when all parts (sizes, amounts, or number) relate well with each other.
Proportion
How something feels or looks like it would feel if you could touch it.
Texture
The use of several elements of design to hold the viewer’s attention and to guide the viewer’s eye through and around the work of art.
Variety
The path the viewer’s eye takes through the work of art, often to focal areas.
Movement
The part of the design that catches the viewer’s attention. Usually the artist will make one area stand out by contrasting it with other areas.
Emphasis
Objects having three dimensions (3D), or height, width, and depth.
Form
The feeling of harmony between all parts of the work of art, which creates a sense of completeness.
Unity