Art Principles Flashcards 6th grade

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What is Balance in art?

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The visual distribution of elements in a work of art (can be symmetrical, asymmetrical, or radial).

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What does Emphasis mean in artwork?

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Making one part of the artwork stand out as the focal point.

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What is Movement in art?

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The path the viewer’s eye follows through the artwork, often guided by lines, shapes, or color.

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What is Pattern in art?

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Repeating shapes, lines, colors, or textures in a predictable way.

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What does Unity mean in artwork?

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The feeling that all parts of the artwork belong together and create a cohesive whole.

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What is Variety in art?

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Using different elements (shapes, colors, textures) to add visual interest and avoid monotony.

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What is Proportion in art?

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The size relationship between parts of an artwork or between objects.