Principles of Design

Symmetrical Balance is when

• elements are arranged around a central point

• elements on both sides are different

• elements of equal weight are used in a pattern

• elements on both sides are similar

Asymmetrical Balance is when

• elements are different on each side but still balanced

• elements are arranged around a central point

• elements on each side are the same

• elements of equal weight everywhere create a pattern

Radial Balance is when

• elements on each side are different

• elements on each side are similar

• elements are arranged around a central point

• elements of equal weight repeat to form a pattern

Which is an example of Crystallographic Balance?

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Emphasis is when

• one area stands out by contrasting it with other areas

• all things look the same

• there is no contrast

• there is no variation in our elements

Which is an example of movement?

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Which is an example of unity?

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Which is an example of rhythm?

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Which is an example of proportion?

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Who is fighting Big Tex?

• Spider-man

• Batman

• Wonder Woman

• The X-Men