CCA JSS 2 Week 4

 JSS 2 WEEK 4

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Definition

Principles of design are the rules and guidelines that an artist must follow to create a meaningful design.

The principles of design are:

1.Balance

2.Contrast

3. Harmony

4. Emphasis

5. Movement

6. Proportion

7. Pattern

8. Variety

9. Unity

10. Rhythm

11.  Repetition


1. Balance: is the arranging of elements in size, shape and composition.

2. Contrast: is the different use of elements of design to avoid too much sameness.

3. Harmony: is the use of same elements of design throughout a work of art by repetition.

4. Emphasis: is used to capture the viewer’s attention. It is used to make an area of design standout from others.

5. Movement: This is the view the eyes takes through an artwork such as lines, edges, colour, shapes etc.

6. Proportion: is the proper ratio in drawing various body parts. It is also the arrangement of elements in a pleasing manner.

7. Pattern: Is the consistent arrangement of lines, marks or shapes in design.

8. Variety: Is the use of elements of design to capture the viewer’s interest and guide his or her eyes through the artwork.

9. Unity: Is the sense of oneness in a design or artwork. It helps to organize a design for better understanding.

10. Rhythm: When one or more element of design is used repeatedly to create an organized feeling.

11. Repetition: Is mostly used with patterns to create unity within the work of art.

Assignment

Create a beautiful design using any element and principle of design.


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