Creating Emphasis in Art

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What is emphasis in art?

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Visual dominance or focal point of a composition

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Which of the following is NOT a way to create emphasis in art? Monotony, Harmony, Balance, Contrast

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Monotony

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What is the purpose of creating emphasis in art?

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To draw attention to certain elements or ideas.

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Techniques to create emphasis in art: line, form, unity, and rhythm; contrast, color, size, and placement; light, shadow, perspective, and proportion; texture, shape, pattern, and balance.

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contrast, color, size, and placement

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What is the focal point in a piece of artwork?

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area or point of emphasis

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Example of creating emphasis through color:

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Using a bold or vibrant color

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What is the purpose of using bold lines to create emphasis?

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To create emphasis

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What is an example of creating emphasis through scale?

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Using a larger font size for a headline or title

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What is the purpose of creating emphasis through texture?

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To add visual interest and depth to a design.

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Example of creating emphasis through composition: Using a monochromatic color scheme, Using a wide angle lens, Using leading lines, Using a shallow depth of field

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Using leading lines