PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN:

Pattern is a combination of elements or shapes repeated in a recurring and

regular arrangement; rhythm--is a combination of elements repeated, but with
variations.

Contrast. Introduction: Definition: refers to the arrangement of opposite

elements (light vs. dark colors, rough vs. smooth textures, large vs. small
shapes, etc.) in a piece so as to create visual interest, excitement and drama.

Emphasis is defined as an area or object within the artwork that draws

attention and becomes a focal point. Subordination is defined as minimizing or
toning down other compositional elements in order to bring attention to the
focal point.

Balance is the distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture, and
space. If the design was a scale, these elements should be balanced to make
a design feel stable.

Scale and Proportion. Scale and proportion are both design elements that
have to do with size. Scale is the size of one object in relation to the other
objects in a design or artwork. Proportion refers to the size of the parts of an
object in relationship to other parts of the same object.

Harmony is the visually satisfying effect of combining similar or related

elements.Adjacent colors
Similar shapes
Related textures
Harmony in a painting or design helps bring about unity. All harmony and no
contrast, however, can become monotonous. A balance must be struck
between areas of harmony and areas of contrast.

Rhythm and Movement

Rhythm refers to the way your eye moves throughout a picture.

Some pictures move you throughout in a connected, flowing way
much like a slow, stately rhythm in music. Other pictures move
you from one place to another in an abrupt, dynamic way much like
a fast, staccato rhythm in music will give you the impression of
movement. Rhythm in art is created by the repetition of elements.
Similarity of elements, or flowing, circular elements will give a
more connected flowing rhythm to a picture, while jagged, or
unrelated elements will create a more unsettling, dynamic picture.