| A | B |
| Balance | Equalization of elements in a work of art. |
| Contrast | Differences in values, colours, textures and other elements. |
| Emphasis | Place greater attention on certain areas or objects by usiing opposing forces. |
| Rhythm | Indicates a type of movement by repeated shapes or color. |
| Shape | Two dimensional and encloses an area. |
| Space | Indicates areas in an art work and/or depth. |
| Texture | Refering to the surface which can be actual or implied. |
| Value | Relates to the lightness and darkness of a color or tone. |
| Unity | Relates to the sense of oneness or wholeness in a work of art. |
| Pattern | Achieved by repeating a shape, line or color. |
| Form | Three dimensional and encloses volume. |
| Movement | An arrangement of parts in a work that moves your eye through the work. |
| Colour | The result of light reflecting off objects. |
| Line | A path from one point to another. |