Principles of Design

Balance
Movement
Rhythm
Contrast
Emphasis
Pattern
Unity
 What is Balance?

• An art and design principle concerned with the

arrangement of one or more elements in a work of
art so that they appear symmetrical (even) or
asymmetrical (uneven) in design and proportion.
• Balance can be symmetrical or asymmetrical in a
work of art.
Three types of Balance

Symmetrical

Asymmetrical

Radial
 Symmetrical Balance

Also known as Classical Balance

 Asymmetrical Balance

Also known as Informal Balance

Don’t do this. . . .
 Radial Balance
Things that radiate from the center
such as flowers, wheels or oranges cut in
half.
And remember . . . . . .
Now your try:
In your workbook Open to
your Balance page and follow
the directions.
Symmetrical Asymmetrical Radial