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The Visual Arts

Principles of Design2nd grade

By: Crystal CarpenterMarch 6, 2011

Menu Principles of Design LinesBalance OppositesProportion What is the emphasisRhythm AssignmentEmphasis TestUnity Answer Key

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Principles of DesignThe Principles are concepts used to

organize the elements of design. These principles affect the message of the art piece.

BalanceProportionRhythmEmphasisUnity

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BalanceThe same weight on each side.

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ProportionThe size of the objects in your art piece.

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RhythmTo repeat a pattern

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EmphasisFocal point in your artwork.

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UnityPut everything together to make

one.

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Lines help to show space and help your eye move through the art work.Back To Menu

Opposites create variety and interest.

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What is the emphasis in this piece of art? Hint: what is the center of interest?

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Assignment: Create a collage of your everyday life like the one above.

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Test

Fill in blank with the correct word.1. Balance means _______ a. together2. Proportion means______ b. size3. Rhythm means______ c. weight4. Emphasis means ______ d. focal5. Unity means ________ e. repeat

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Test Answer Key

Fill in blank with the correct word.1. Balance means _c_ a. together2. Proportion means _b_ b. size3. Rhythm means _e_ c. weight4. Emphasis means _d_ d. focal5. Unity means _a_ e. repeat

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References

NC Standard Course of Study. (2008) Arts Education. Visual Arts k-2

Charlotte Jirousek. (1995). Art, Design, and Visual Thinking. Cornell Education

Jennifer Kyrnin. (2002) Basic Principles of Design. Web Design Basics.

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