Principle of Design
The principle of design is used to describe the way photographers use the different element of arts throughout their work.
Balance
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Balance: refers to the ways in which the elements (lines, shapes, colors, textures, etc.) of a piece are arranged.
This picture shows the principle design of balance because it shows symmetry from the shelves of the library |
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Emphasis: the part of the design that catches the viewer’s attention. Usually the artist will make one area stand out by contrasting it with other areas. The area could be different in size, color, texture, shape, etc.
This picture shows emphasis because the surrounding of the succulent is grey meanwhile only parts of the succulent is green and it makes it pop out. |
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Movement
Movement: the path the viewer’s eye takes through the work of art, often to focal areas. Such movement can be directed along lines, edges, shape, and color within the work of art.
This picture shows movement effectively in the blurriness of the picture showing how the cat is playing while jumping and moving. |
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Pattern
Pattern: the repeating of an object or symbol all over the work of art.
The picture has design of pattern because there is repetition of the constant use of the small bricks and the lines from the terrace. |
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Repetition
Repetition: works with pattern to make the work of art seem active. The repetition of elements of design creates unity within the work of art.
The picture shows repetition in there being repeating palms trees. |
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Proportion
Proportion: the feeling of unity created when all parts (sizes, amounts, or number) relate well with each other. When drawing the human figure, proportion can refer to the size of the head compared to the rest of the body.
The picture shows proportion because it shows the correct size and appearance of the subject |
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Rhythm
Rhythm: created when one or more elements of design are used repeatedly to create a feeling of organized movement. Rhythm creates a mood like music or dancing. To keep rhythm exciting and active, variety is essential.
The picture shows rhythm because there is a consecutive line of the lights from the forefront all the way until the background. |
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Variety
Variety: the use of several elements of design to hold the viewer’s attention and to guide the viewer’s eye through and around the work of art.
I think this picture shows variety because it shows in the forefront the birds feeder while in the background there is the actual big houses, but the picture shows the bird house bigger. |
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Unity
Unity: the feeling of harmony between all parts of the work of art, which creates a sense of completeness.
I think this picture shows unity because of the consecutive lines of the gate at the forefront and the sunset in the background. |
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