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PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

It is the relationship of parts to a whole.

a)

Scale

b)

Proportion

c)

Contrast

d)

Variety

2.

The distribution of visual weight in a work of art is known as

a)

Balance

b)

Contrast

c)

Space

d)

Emphasis

3.
What type of Balance is this image an example of ?
a)
Symmetrical
b)
Asymmetrical
c)
Formal
d)
Symmetrical & Formal
4.

What principle does this image demonstrate?

a)

Pop Art

b)

Variety in shape and color

c)

Flowers make good subjects in art

5.
This painting shows which principle?
a)
Emphasis
b)
Symmetry
c)
Movement/Rhythm
6.
This painting by Vincent Van Gogh demonstrates which principle?
a)
Movement/Rhythm
b)
Symmetry
7.
Can a black and white painting such as this painting by Franz Kline show emphasis?
a)
Yes
b)
No
8.
Which balance is this digital photograph of a dessert which Mrs. Daniels created an example of?
a)
Symmetrical
b)
Asymmetrical
9.
Did this architect use pattern for this design?
a)
yes
b)
no
10.
Is this portrait by Chuck Close symmetrical or asymmetrical?
a)
Asymmetrical
b)
Symmetrical
11.
How does this painting show unity?
a)
Use of Color and Shape
b)
Use of Emphasis
c)
Use of Details
12.

This principle creates a sense of movement and direction within a work of art. Repetition of art elements can create movement for the viewers eye to follow

a)

Emphasis

b)

Variety

c)

Balance

d)

Rhythm & Movement

13.

This principle involves organizing elements in a work of art in such a way to distribute their visual weight. Radial, symmetrical, & nonsymmetrical.

a)

Variety

b)

Rhythm & Movement

c)

Repetition & Pattern

d)

Balance

14.

An element of art is repeated in an organized way creating a pattern

a)

Repetition & Pattern

b)

Balance

c)

Unity & Harmony

d)

Proportion

15.

This principle highlights a specific element of art in order to create a focal point. This is the first place the viewer looks when viewing the art work.

a)

Proportion

b)

Variety

c)

Balance

d)

Emphasis