Balance: Asymmetrical and symmetrical
This represents symmetrical balance because if you cut the picture in half, both halves would be the same.
Proportion: Relative size and scale
This represents proportion because the Eiffel Tower isn’t small enough for someone to hold in their hand.
Rhythm: Repetition of elements; linear, repetition, alteration, and graduation
This represents rhythm because the dots repeat in lines.
Emphasis: Point of focus
This represents emphasis because the bright red of the raspberry stands out against the blackberries.
Unity: Harmony of all parts; how everything works together
This represents unity because all the pieces of wood work together.
Contrast: An element contrasts with other elements in size, shape, color, or texture
This represents contrast because the white contrast against the black.
Direction: Uses movement to create the illusion of displacement
This represents direction because the deck is crooked and so it creates an illusion.
Economy: Precision or simplicity
This represents economy because this piece of art is very simplistic.
Color: A.K.A. hue; specific light wave in the color spectrum
This represents color because it shows the different colors in a color spectrum.
Line: Point in motion with one dimension
This represents line because there are lines going different directions.
Mass/Volume: Solid body composed of a solid form
This represents mass because the soccer ball has mass.
Movement/Motion: Process of changing place, direction, or orientation
This represents movement because the bus is moving direction.
Space: 2D or 3D element that’s defined by other elements of design
This represents space because the darkness of the horse and hat defines the shape of the rider.
Texture: Attempt to replicate 3D surfaces onto 2D designs
This represents texture because you can feel a peacock’s feather.
Typography: Considered an element in graphic design and motion graphics
This represents typography because it is a type of font/text.
Value: Relative lightness or darkness of an area
This represents value because it has different lightness and darkness in different areas of the photo.
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Anamaria Vasquez 