Graphic Design Vocabulary

Differences in shape and color to create a comparison.

• Repetition

• Proportion

• Contrast

• Alignment

Closeness between objects and indicated a relationship.

• Proximity

• Proportion

• Unity

• Space

Image formed by a pattern of dots.

• Texture

• Pixel

• Raster

• Vector

The way objects are arranged.

• Alignment

• Harmony

• Proximity

• Balance

Creates visual interest by using different colors and shapes.

• Contrast

• Variety

• Emphasis

• Harmony

Represents the number of pixels in an image space.

• Contrast

• Resolution

• Raster

• Vector

When data is saved in a format that can be used in another application.

• Alignment

• Repetition

• Replication

• Exporting

Objects in the image establish a connection through color or style.

• Unity

• Harmony

• Balance

• Proportion

Created a focal point.

• Resolution

• Emphasis

• Texture

• Alignment

Size and location of one object in relation to other objects.

• Alignment

• Contrast

• Proximity

• Proportion