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Bisymmetrical balance occurs when elements on either side of a central axis are exactly identical in shape, size, color, and position.
Bisymmetrical balance occurs when elements on either side of a central axis are exactly identical in shape, size, color, and position.
True
Asymmetrical balance is characterized by visual weights being arranged identically on either side of an axis.
Asymmetrical balance is characterized by visual weights being arranged identically on either side of an axis.
False
The standard Greek proportion for a rectangle is 3:2.
The standard Greek proportion for a rectangle is 3:2.
False
Slant or diagonal balance refers to a form of balance arranged on a horizontal axis.
Slant or diagonal balance refers to a form of balance arranged on a horizontal axis.
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The Parthenon is recognized as the most perfectly proportioned architectural structure in the world.
The Parthenon is recognized as the most perfectly proportioned architectural structure in the world.
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Proportion is expressed in terms of ratios, indicating the relationship between a whole and its parts.
Proportion is expressed in terms of ratios, indicating the relationship between a whole and its parts.
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Three aspects of proportion are evaluated differently based on how they group subjects.
Three aspects of proportion are evaluated differently based on how they group subjects.
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The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., is considered an exact duplicate of the Parthenon in terms of proportions.
The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., is considered an exact duplicate of the Parthenon in terms of proportions.
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Which of the following ratios is NOT a standard proportion ratio used presently: 3:5, 4:7, or 7:10?
Which of the following ratios is NOT a standard proportion ratio used presently: 3:5, 4:7, or 7:10?
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In informal balance, visual weights do not need to be identical but must visually balance each other.
In informal balance, visual weights do not need to be identical but must visually balance each other.
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Study Notes
Formal or Symmetrical Balance
- Equal visual weights are placed at equal distances from the central axis.
- Two types: Bisymmetrical/Absolute/Perfect Balance and Symmetrical/Apparent/Obvious Balance
Bisymmetrical/Absolute/Perfect Balance
- Elements on either side of a central axis are exactly identical in shape, size, color, and position.
- A true mirror image, perfectly symmetrical.
Symmetrical/Apparent/Obvious Balance
- Elements are similar but not identical on either side of an axis.
- Visual weight is balanced, but details, textures, or shapes vary.
Informal or Asymmetrical Balance
- Unequal visual weights are balanced, with the heavier weight closer to the axis.
- Also known as occult balance or free balance.
- Elements are arranged so their visual weights balance without being identical.
Slant or Diagonal Balance
- A form of informal balance where objects are balanced on a diagonal axis.
Proportion
- Pleasing relationship between a whole and its parts, and between the parts themselves.
- Expressed in terms of ratios.
Standard Greek Proportion
- Two-dimensional surfaces: oblong or rectangle with a ratio of 2:3.
- Three-dimensional objects or solids: ratio of 5:7:11.
- Examples: Parthenon (Athens, Greece) and Lincoln Memorial (Washington, D.C., USA)
Current Proportions
- Ratios like 3:5, 3:8, and 7:10 are commonly used.
Proportion in Grouping Subjects
- Grouping three objects with three, or two objects with three, is more pleasing than grouping two objects with two or two with four.
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Description
Explore the concepts of formal and informal balance in art. This quiz covers bisymmetrical and symmetrical balance, as well as asymmetrical and diagonal balance, providing a comprehensive understanding of visual weight and proportion. Test your knowledge on how these principles shape artistic compositions.
