Principle of Design: Unity

What is unity?

• A cohesive quality that makes an artwork feel complete

• The use of different styles within one piece

• The combination of different mediums in one artwork

• The use of bold and contrasting colors in an artwork

In what way(s) does this artwork have unity? Select all that apply.

• Proximity

• Repetition

• Similarity

• Alignment

Which of the following is NOT an example of unity?

• A painting of a patterned rug

• A sculpture with a consistent texture throughout

• A collage made from various unrelated images

• A photograph with a cohesive color scheme

Which of the following is an example of using repetition to create unity in art?

• A painting with many different colors and shapes

• A sculpture made from a variety of materials

• A photograph with a consistent pattern throughout

• A collage made from various unrelated images

What is the primary purpose of creating unity in art?

• To confuse and challenge the viewer

• To create a sense of balance and harmony in the artwork

• To highlight the individual elements of the artwork

• To create a sense of tension and chaos in the artwork

What is proximity?

• Placing elements close to each other in an artwork

• Having similar elements repeat in an artwork

• Lining up the edges of elements in an artwork

• Having elements of similar color, texture, or shape throughout an artwork

What is repetition?

• Placing elements close to each other in an artwork

• Having similar elements repeat in an artwork

• Lining up the edges of elements in an artwork

• Having elements of similar color, texture, or shape throughout an artwork

What is similarity?

• Having an element go from on to another, visually connecting them together

• Having similar elements repeat in an artwork

• Lining up the edges of elements in an artwork

• Having elements of similar color, texture, or shape throughout an artwork

What is continuation?

• Having an element go from on to another, visually connecting them together

• Having similar elements repeat in an artwork

• Lining up the edges of elements in an artwork

• Having elements of similar color, texture, or shape throughout an artwork

What is alignment?

• Having an element go from on to another, visually connecting them together

• Having similar elements repeat in an artwork

• Lining up the edges of elements in an artwork

• Having elements of similar color, texture, or shape throughout an artwork