Principles of Design

Balance can be symmetrical and asymmetrical.

• True

• False

What is symmetry?

• When both sides of art are different.

• When both sides of art are the same.

• When both sides are visually even but don't have to be the same.

• When opposite elements are put together.

What are the Principles of Design?

• Guidelines that artists use to create and organize art.

• Tools used by artists to make better art.

• People in charge of creating art.

• Line, shape, color, value, form, texture, and space.

Name the Principle described below:

A repeated element in an artwork to bring everything together.

• Contrast

• Emphasis

• Rhythm

• Movement

ABAB, ABCABC, and AABB are examples of this Principle of Design.

• Unity

• Pattern

• Rhythm

• Balance

When this element is left out it can feel like a completed puzzle with one missing piece.

• Balance

• Emphasis

• Rhythm

• Unity

Which element is best represented in this image?

• Emphasis

• Pattern

• Contrast

• Movement

Which one of these images best shows the principle of contrast?

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Which one of these images best shows the principle of emphasis?

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Is this picture of balance symmetrical or asymmetrical?

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical