Elements of Art and Principles of Design

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The path of a moving point through space.

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LINE

Front

A two dimensional area defined in some way.

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SHAPE

Front

Derived from reflected light.

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COLOR

Front

Describes the darkness or lightness of a color. Options: FORM, SHAPE, COLOR, VALUE

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VALUE

Front

An object having three dimensions.

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FORM

Front

Perceived by touch and sight. It is how things feel or look as if they might feel if touched. Options: FORM, SPACE, COLOR, TEXTURE

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TEXTURE

Front

Creating a sense of depth in an artwork—Using atmospheric perspective, liner perspective, or optical perspective.

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SPACE

Front

Opposite Colors on the color wheel.

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COMPLIMENTARY

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Colors side by side on the color wheel.

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ANALOGOUS

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Using one color with all its tints and shades.

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MONOCROMATIC