SGM 1: Principles of Design

When a composition is not the same on both sides, yet it seems to have the same visual weight, it is considered to have what?

• Bilateral Symmetrical Balance

• Radial Balance

• Asymmetrical Balance

• Absolute Symmetrical Balance

Indicating a point of the composition that catches your attention is what?

• Its emphasis

• Its value

• Its originality

• Its materials

When the balance of the image is radiating from the center and could be bisected in almost any angle giving each half a similar look, it is considered which balance.

• Bilateral Symmetrical Balance

• Radial Balance

• Asymmetrical Balance

• Absolute Symmetrical Balance

When comparing the size of an object in relation to another, you are comparing their _____.

• Proportion

• Density

• Length

• Scale

When repetition of elements is used in a composition, one accomplishes a visual _____.

• Rhythm

• Rhyme

• Pattern

• Unity

Using diversity and contrast in an artwork helps employ this principle of design.

• Balance

• Variety

• Emphasis

• Movement

Repeating an object or symbol throughout a work of art is _____.

• Contrast

• Emphasis

• Pattern

• Harmony

When an image is said to be almost similar on both sides with minor differences, it is said to be this type of balance.

• Bilateral Symmetrical Balance

• Radial Balance

• Asymmetrical Balance

• Absolute Symmetrical Balance

When harmony is achieved in all parts of the work, creating a sense of completeness, the work is said to have this principle of design.

• Variety

• Nirvana

• Pattern

• Unity

When comparing a part of an object in relation to the whole, you are noting its _____.

• Proportion

• Density

• Scale

• Length