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Define principles of design?

The principles of design describe the ways that artists use the elements of art in a work of art.

What do the principles of design affect?

The way in which these principles are applied affects the expressive content, or the message of the work.

What is the difference between the principles of design and C.R.A.P.?

The difference between the principles of design and C.R.A.P. is that the principles of design describe the way that artists use the elements of art in a piece, while C.R.A.P. consists of four big principles that rule over most of graphic design.

How can contrast help a design?

Contrast can help a design by providing focus, organization, and appeal. Contrast is important because the meaningful essence of anything is defined by its value, properties, or quality relative to something else

What is wrong with having too much or too little contrast in a design?

A design with too little contrast is often considered to be bland or uninteresting. If a design has too much contrast, the design becomes visually noisy and the pattern hard to decipher.

What is the key to working with contrast?

The key to working with contrast is how to emphasize certain objects in order to bring out a message.

What are some common ways of creating contrast?

Some common ways of creating contrast include contrast with color, contrast with size, contrast with type, and contrast with value.

What is the principle of repetition?

The principle of repetition is the repetition of visual elements such as line, color, shape, texture, value or image to unify the total effect of a work of art as well as create rhythm.

Describe ways that the principle of repetition helps the composition?

Repetition of certain design elements in a piece will bring a clear sense of unity, consistency, and cohesiveness.

What are ways that you can incorporate repetition into your designs?  

You can incorporate repetition into your designs by occasionally shifting an element in harmony with the content of the design and in a way that is subtle and does not interfere with the primary message.

What should you avoid when working with repetition?

You should avoid using too much repetition because a design that is seen too often may lose its significance and meaning.

What is the principle of alignment?

The principle of alignment is the placement of text and graphics so they line up in a design.

What is the principle of proximity?  

The principle of proximity is about moving things closer or farther apart to achieve a more organized look.

What is the principle of proportion?

The principle of proportion is the relationship of two or more elements in a design and how they compare with one another.

Define symmetrical balance?

Symmetrical balance refers to balance that is achieved by arranging elements on either side of the center of a composition in an equally weighted manner.

What is another name for asymmetrical balance?

Another name for asymmetrical balance is informal balance.

Define asymmetrical balance?  

Asymmetrical balance is when two sides of a design are not identical, but differ from one another.

What is a focal point and how is it created?

The focal point is the point at which all elements or aspects converge, and it is created by emphasizing it, either by enlarging it, changing the color, or by other means.

How many components of a composition can be a focal point?

Usually only one component of a composition can be a focal point.

What ways can emphasis be created in a design?

Emphasis can be created in a design by either changing, color, size, value, and other elements of design.

What is the principle of harmony and how is it different from unity?

The principle of harmony means that all parts of the visual image relate to and complement each other, while the principle of unity is the relationship among the elements of a visual that helps all the elements function together.

What is the principle of unity?

The principle of unity is the relationship among the elements of a visual that helps all the elements function together.

What three ways can unity be obtained?

Unity can be obtained through the use of similar shapes, a common background, and use of a similar pattern.

What is the principle of variety?

The principle of variety provides contrast to harmony and unity. Variety consists of the differences in objects that add interest to a visual image.

What three ways can a designer add variety to a design?

A designer can add variety to a design by using opposites or strong contrasts, changing the size, point of view, and angle of a single object, or breaking a repeating pattern.