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Principles of art
Principles of art
Rhythm - A principle of design that indicates movement, created by the careful placement of repeated elements in a work of art to cause a visual tempo or beat.
Balance - A way of combining elements to add a feeling of equilibrium or stability to a work of art. Major types are symmetrical andasymmetrical.
Emphasis (contrast) - A way of combining elements to stress the differences between those elements.
Proportion - A principle of design that refers to the relationship of certain elements to the whole and to each other.
Gradation - A way of combining elements by using a series of gradual changes in those elements. (large shapes to small shapes, dark hue to light hue, etc)
Harmony - A way of combining similar elements in an artwork to accent their similarities (achieved through use of repetitions and subtle gradual changes)
Variety - A principle of design concerned with diversity or contrast. Variety is achieved by using different shapes, sizes, and/or colours in a work of art.
Movement - A principle of design used to create the look and feeling of action and to guide the viewer’s eye throughout the work of art.
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