Element & Principles of Designs

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Elements of design are the basic ingredient an artist uses to carry out on artwork.

TYPES OF ELEMENTS OF DESIGN

Line: This is a moving dot used to create any shape. Example vertical, horizontal.
Colours: this is the pigment that shows on any object. It makes the object look natural. Example; Green, Yellow
Tone: This is the effect of light and shade on an object. It involves the process from the lightest to the darkest.
Texture: this is the quality of surface of an object. It can be smooth or rough.
Form: Is the shape of any object, it could be round or cylinder. Example; Triangle, Oval.
Space: This is an open platform used for artwork. Example: Wall, Plywood, Etc

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

These are the guidelines an artist must follow when carrying out a work of art.

TYPES OF PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Variety: Is the component that makes an artwork interesting. It allows an artist to focus on an important area of his work.
Balance: Is the arrangement of various object in a given space to achieve satisfaction.
Rhythm: Is the overall flow of colours, texture in artwork.
Proportion: Is the consideration of size of object or element in a design.
Unity: is the coming together of design element to form a good composition.
Repetition: Is the repeat of colours, shapes, textures in an artwork.

EVALUATION: Explain element of design.

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