Elements of Art & Principles of Design
Image 1: Line
Definition: A visual element that is naturally traced by the viewer’s eye.
Image 2: Shape
Definition: A visually flat element that conveys geometric properties.
Image 3: Color
Definition: Visual sensations formed by the human brain and reflections of light.
Image 4: Value
Definition: The varying intensity of color.
Image 5: Form
Definition: Visual quality that enables the perception of depth.
Image 6: Texture
Definition: Visual element that conveys a sense of material.
Image 7: Space
Definition: A visual element that draws the viewer to other areas where it is not present.
Image 8: Balance
Definition: The positioning of visual elements to maximize or minimize a sense of equilibrium.
Image 9: Contrast
Definition: Two or more entities present for the purpose of comparison.
Image 10: Emphasis
Definition: The prominence of a visual element.
Image 11: Movement
Definition: The conveyance of motion.
Image 12: Pattern
Definition: The conveyance of repetition.
Image 13: Proportion
Definition: The natural comparison of size.
Image 14: Alignment
Definition: Arrangements that form an idea of linear distribution.
Image 15: Unity
Definition: The natural matching of visual elements.