Definitions for Elements and Principles of Art for Quiz on Tuesday Aug. 31

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Elements of Art

Line-An element of art that is the path of a moving point through space.

Space- The element of art that refers to the emptiness or area between, around, above, below, or within objects.

Value- An element of art that is derived from reflected light.

Color- An element of art that is derived from reflected light.

Texture- The element of art that refers to how things feel, or look as if they fell if touched.

Shape- A two dimensional area that is defined in some way.

Form- Objects having three dimensions.

 

Principles of Art

Proportion-  The principle of art concerned with the size relationships of one part to another.

Balance- The principle of art concerned with equalizing visual forces or elements in a work of art.

Pattern- The principle of art that refers to a two dimensional decorative visual repetition( has no movement)

Emphasis- The principle of art that makes one part dominate over the other parts.

Rhythm- The principle of art that indicates movement by the repetition of elements or objects.

Movement- The priciple of art used to create the look and feeling of action or to guide the viewers eyes throughout the work

Variety- The principle of art concerned with difference or contrast.

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