Monday, November 24, 2014

Composition Match Game

Match Game


Image
E/P of Design
Rational
Framing
Directs viewer's attention to what is important using objects or elements existing in the scene. 


Pattern/Repetition
The repeated consistency of an element in a work.
Bird’s Eye View
View from above looking down. 


Rule of Thirds
Compositional rule of thumb where the whole image is divided into 9 equal parts; compositional elements should be placed along these lines or intersections. 
Symmetrical Balance 
One side balances or mirrors the other (separated by a vertical line). 
Vertical Lines
Lines that run north to south. Grandness and spirituality. 
Unity
All elements of a piece work, together to produce a balanced, harmonious, complete whole. 
Asymmetrical Balance

Different objects balance each other out on the page. 
Leading Lines
Lines that lead your eye to other points in the image (or out of the image). 
Horizontal Lines
Lines that run east to west. Rest, calmness and tranquility.

Diagonal Lines
Lines that run in a slanted direction. Movement and direction. 


Proportion/Scale
The relative size of one object in relation to another. 
Texture
The appearance and feeling of a surface. 
Curved Line
Lines that deviate from straightness in a smooth, continuous fashion. Comfort, safety, relaxation 
Movement/Rhythm 
Shows action and the path of the viewer's eyes through the artwork. 
Worm’s Eye View
View from below looking up. 
Emphasis
Elements in a piece that are given dominance or attract attention.
Variety 
Differences in elements and principles of design that give interest to a composition.
Simplicity
Singling out an item(s) from their surroundings. 
Horizon Line 
Used to emphasize the sky or the ground based on the placement of horizontal line where sky meets ground. 

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