Flashcard on Composition

Front

What is a composition?

Back

The arrangement of the elements of art using the principles of design.

Front

A strong composition should always use even number items.

Back

False

Front

The focal point of your image should always be in the center of an image.

Back

False

Front

Where should the focal point of an image be? Options: Left, right, center, rule of thirds

Back

rule of thirds

Front

On the rule of thirds, where the lines intersect, what is that called?

Back

power points, power point, the power points, the power point

Front

Symmetric balance is also called ________ balance.

Back

Formal

Front

The distribution of the visual weight of the elements of art in a composition:

Back

Balance

Front

Asymmetrical balance is also called _______ balance.

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Informal

Front

Explain the concept of foreground and background relationships in art.

Back

Foreground and background relationships in art refer to the visual hierarchy created by placing certain elements in the foreground (closer to the viewer) and others in the background (farther away). This helps create depth and perspective in the artwork.

Front

How does the rule of thirds apply to creating compositions in art?

Back

By dividing the composition into nine equal parts and placing key elements at the intersections or along the lines.