
In this Module, you will become immersed in the principles of design: repetition, rhythm, scale, proportion, contrast, emphasis, balance, variety, and unity. Understanding these principles gives insight into how artists work and compose images and objects to communicate ideas. Artistic principles not only explain why things appear the way they do, but can be used to analyze and describe anything from a realistic painting to a non-representational sculpture.
Module Outcomes:
- Describe the role of design in the production and analysis of works of art.
- Analyze the use of design principles to organize a work of art.
- Examine the ability of certain design principles to direct the viewers attention to essential details.
- Identify methods used to create symmetrical, asymmetrical, and radial balance in compositions.
- Distinguish scale and proportion in art.
- Demonstrate how design principles work together to engage the viewer.