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Which of the following is NOT a primary color?
Which of the following is NOT a primary color?
Warm colors include blue, green, and violet.
Warm colors include blue, green, and violet.
False
What is the term used for colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel?
What is the term used for colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel?
Complementary Colors
The __________ principle of design refers to the even distribution of visual weight in an artwork.
The __________ principle of design refers to the even distribution of visual weight in an artwork.
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Match the following principles of design with their descriptions:
Match the following principles of design with their descriptions:
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Which color is classified as a secondary color?
Which color is classified as a secondary color?
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Asymmetrical balance involves two unlike objects that appear to have equal visual weight.
Asymmetrical balance involves two unlike objects that appear to have equal visual weight.
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What is the lightness or darkness of a color referred to as?
What is the lightness or darkness of a color referred to as?
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________ is the principle of design that examines the repetition of elements such as shapes, lines, or colors.
________ is the principle of design that examines the repetition of elements such as shapes, lines, or colors.
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What type of balance is achieved when one half of a work mirrors the other half?
What type of balance is achieved when one half of a work mirrors the other half?
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Study Notes
Properties of Color
- Hue: The name of the color (e.g., red, blue, yellow).
- Value: The lightness or darkness of a color.
- Intensity: The purity or brightness of a color (also known as saturation).
Classification of Colors
- Primary Colors: Red, blue, and yellow.
- Secondary Colors: Orange, green, and violet. These colors are created by mixing two primary colors.
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Tertiary Colors: Created by mixing a primary color with an adjacent secondary color.
- Examples: Red-orange, blue-green, yellow-green.
- Warm Colors: Red, orange, and yellow. These colors often evoke feelings of warmth, energy, and excitement.
- Cool Colors: Blue, green, and violet. These colors often evoke feelings of calmness, serenity, and peace.
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Complementary Colors: Colors that sit opposite each other on the color wheel. They create a strong contrast when placed next to each other.
- Example: Red and green.
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Analogous Colors: Colors that sit next to each other on the color wheel. They create a harmonious effect when used together.
- Example: Blue, blue-green, and green.
Principles of Design
- Guidelines used by artists to organize the elements of art effectively.
Emphasis
- Used by an artist to make an element stand out in a work of art.
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Techniques:
- Contrast in color.
- Isolation.
- Placement.
Unity
- Achieved when all parts of an artwork look as though they belong together.
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Techniques:
- Repetition.
- Proximity.
Balance
- The distribution of visual weight in an artwork, ensuring that no part of the composition overpowers another.
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Types:
- Symmetrical balance (formal): One half of a work of art mirrors the other half.
- Asymmetrical balance (informal): Two unlike objects appear to have equal weight.
- Radial balance: Elements or objects are arranged around a central point.
Pattern
- The repetition of elements like shapes, lines, or colors in a recurring and predictable way.
Contrast
- The difference between two or more elements in an artwork.
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Examples:
- Light vs dark (color).
- Smooth vs rough (texture).
- Big vs small (size).
Proportion
- The size relationship between different elements in an artwork.
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Explore the fascinating properties and classifications of colors in this quiz. From primary to complementary colors, understand how hues, values, and intensities play a role in color theory. Test your knowledge of warm and cool colors and their emotional impacts.
