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Elements & Principles work together in art and design and they are the building blocks of an artwork's composition. Knowing and understanding them allows us to analyze and evaluate creative work from a theoretical perspective. The terms and/or subcategories vary from resource to resource. Here, you will learn a broad scope of information that includes additional resources for advanced investigation.
describe "WHAT"
the physical characteristics of art and design are.
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Line: Hatching+, Stippling, Blending+
Shape: Organic, Geometric, Open, ClosedValue: Spectrum Scale, Keys, Lighting+
Texture: Tactile, Implied, Rubbings+
Color: Science, Schemes, Psychology+
Space: Linear & Aerial Perspective, Grids+
Form: Volume
describe "HOW"
the elements of art and design work together.
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Balance: Symmetry, Asymmetry, Radial+
Proportion: Scale, Measurement+
Dominance: Emphasis, Hierarchy+
Harmony, Variety: Same, Different+
Movement: Rhythm, Repetiton, Patterns
Unity: Composition, Golden Ratio+
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