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Principles of Design
Principles of Design and Layout
Term | Definition |
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BALANCE | The way the elements are arranged to create a feeling of stability in a page layout; the visual weight of a design. |
EMPHASIS | The focal point of an image, or when one area or thing stands out the most on a page |
CONTRAST | A large difference between two things within an image to create interest and tension - such as the colors black and white. |
MOVEMENT | Created by repeated lines, shapes, colors, etc., that direct the viewers eye to another object on the page |
PATTERN | Repetition of a shape or design often used in for a background |
CONTINUITY | When all the elements in the project work together to create unity |
STYLE | The artist unique techniques in design |
PROPORTION | Refers to the relative size and scale of the various elements and design |
BALANCE | The way the elements are arranged to create a feeling of stability in a page layout; the visual weight of a design. |
EMPHASIS | The focal point of an image, or when one area or thing stands out the most on a page |