Things to Know in ART

Elements of Art

 Line the path of a point, variety of line (straight, curved, diagonal, zigzag, etc.) and line quality (thick to thin)Shape is 2-Dimensional flat spaces defined by edges, can be free-form (organic) or geometric Color can be cool/warm, Primary/secondary/intermediate (tertiary) Value the lightness or darkness of a hueTexture (visual/implied and actual/tactile) Space can be positive/negative; also can show depth; foreground/middle ground/background Form  is 3-Dimensional and encloses Volume, can be free-form (organic) or geometric

 

Principles of Design

Movement occurs when the elements are used to show action or visually leads the viewer’s eye through a work of art.

Pattern the regular repetition of an element of art

Rhythm can be regular, alternating or progressive

Proportion refers to the size relationship of one part to the whole,

Scale is the size of something compared to the world in general

Balance radial, symmetrical, asymmetrical

 Emphasis creates a focal point, the center of interest

 Unity the quality of seeming whole and complete, looking right together 

Variety the combination of the art elements to provide interest in an artwork.