Principles of Design

What are the principles of design used for?

• Creating designs

• Cooking

• Writing essays

• Solving math problems

Why does each design principle matter?

• It affects the overall design

• It is fun

• It is a rule

• It is a trend

Design principles help artists create engaging and coherent imagery that effectively communicates a message or emotion to the viewer.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a design principle?

• Balance

• Chaos

• Randomness

• Disorganization

Which of the following is NOT a design principle?

• Emphasis

• Repetition

• Confusion

• Unity

Which design principle is used to draw attention to a particular area of a design?

• Emphasis

• Balance

• Unity

• Proportion

Which design principle involves using similar elements to create a cohesive look?

• Variety

• Unity

• Chaos

• Disorganization

Which of the following is a design principle that involves creating a sense of harmony?

• Unity

• Chaos

• Randomness

• Disorganization

Which of the following is a principle of design?

• Lines

• Circles

• Triangles

• Squares

Fill in the blank: _______ is a principle of design that refers to the space between elements.

• A) Color

• B) Spacing

• C) Texture

• D) Rhythm