Elements of Art
- Line (different mediums and tools make different kinds of lines)
- Shape (2D, many types and sizes, may represent a 3D form)
- Form (3D, takes up space)
- Colour (Relationships - bright, dull, dark, light, monochromatic, complementary, analogous, triadic, ...)
- Texture (How the surface looks or feels)
- Space (Real 3D space or the illusion of space in 2D)
- Value (Relationships between darkness and lightness in the art work)
Principles of Design
- Balance (Arrangement of elements - for comfort or clash)
- Contrast (Difference between elements - usually a dark object on a light background or light on dark background)
- Emphasis (Creating a focal area, element or object)
- Movement (How we get around in a work of art, what and where the art directs your eye, where we expect movement in the piece)
- Pattern (Repetition of surface decoration)
- Rhythm (Repetition of shapes, lines and forms)
- Unity (Unity of the entire art piece - all elements - may come through harmony or variety)