Stephanie BuchananETE-261-03September 9, 2008

An overriding Principle that is served by all others.

Visual Contrast

An arranged order. Establishes order, importance emphasis, and movement.

The prevailing influence of one element over another

Size relationships in a composition that serve as the image area and “surface” design.

The visual distribution of elements in a composition

Size comparisons of the internal parts of a composition.

Stressing the importance of one element over another

Alternating repetition of shape and space, or a planned movement of elements in a composition.

The position and space given to the placement of elements in a composition.