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| Balance | Symmetrical--the two sides are the same.... Asymmetrical--the two sides are not the same, instead varioius visual phenomena are used to create a feeling of balance. |
| Contrast | It is the juxtaposition of strongly dissimilar elements. Dramatic effects can be produced when dark is set against light, large against small, birght colors against dull. |
| Directional Forces | Directional lines are paths for the eyes to follow proved by actual or implied lines. |
| Emphasis and Subordination | Emphasis is used to draw our attention to an area. If that area is a specific spot or figure it is called a focal point. Position, color intensity, contrast, and size can all be used to create emphasis. |
| Repitition and rhythm | The reptition of visual elements gives a composition unity, continuity, flow and emphasis. |
| Scale and Proportion | Scale is the size relationship of one thing to another. Proportion is the size relationship of parts of the whole. |
| Unity and Variety | Unity is the appearance of oneness while variety provides diversity. In a design, unity is the feeling that any change would damage the overall quality. Variety acts a counterbalance to extreme unity. The balance between the boredom of too much sameness and the chaos of uncontrolled variety creates continuity, vitality, and interest. |
| What's this course called? | AP History of Art |
