The Elements of Art and Design: Nica Djen E. Saavedra Bs in Civil Engineering Arts Appreciation TTH 11:30-1:00
The Elements of Art and Design: Nica Djen E. Saavedra Bs in Civil Engineering Arts Appreciation TTH 11:30-1:00
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Space
THE PRINCIPLES OF ART
Balance- refers to the distribution of the visual Radial- there is a central point in the
elements in view of their placement in relation composition.
to each other.
Asymmetry- the elements are not the same on Emphasis- allows the attention of the viewer
each side, putting the heaviness on one side. attention to these elements or objects.
Contrast- the disparity between the elements Harmony- elements or object achieve a sense
that figure into the composition. of flow and interconnectedness.
Unity- compositions are intended to imbue a Movement- refers to the direction of the
sense of accord or completeness from the viewing eye as it goes through the artwork.
artwork.