Colour Properties: Intensity

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What are some key aspects of harmony as a principle of design?

Colour Harmony, Unity in Variety, Consistency, Proportion and Scale, Texture and Pattern, Symmetry and Balance, Negative Space, Emotional Resonance

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of harmony as a principle of design?

Symmetry and Balance

Consistency

Textural Disarray (correct)

Contrast and Balance

___ can create a sense of order and harmony in design.

Symmetry

Proportional relationships among elements contribute to visual hierarchy.

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What does the principle of proportion in design refer to?

relationship between elements in terms of size, scale, and visual weight within a composition Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of proportion establishes hierarchy and visual importance in a design?

Scale Signup and view all the answers

Dominance in design is also known as Emphasis.

True Signup and view all the answers

Rhythm in design refers to the repetition, variation, and visual flow of elements within a ______________, creating a sense of movement and harmony.

composition Signup and view all the answers

Match the following principle of design with its description:

Unity = focuses on creating a cohesive and harmonious relationship among all elements within a composition Harmony = refers to the effective combination of elements to create a visually pleasing and unified composition Proportion = relationship between elements in terms of size, scale, and visual weight within a composition Rhythm = repetition, variation, and visual flow of elements within a composition, creating a sense of movement, continuity, and harmony Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main properties of Color, along with intensity?

hue and saturation Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the brightness or dullness of a Color?

Intensity Signup and view all the answers

Tint is a Color that has been mixed with _____.

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Tints are darker than the original Color.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Color terms with their meanings:

Red = Love, Passion, Energy Blue = Calm, Serenity Yellow = Happiness, Positivity Green = Nature, Growth, Harmony Black = Elegance, Formality White = Purity, Innocence Signup and view all the answers

What does Value refer to in terms of Color?

lightness or darkness Signup and view all the answers

How can the value of a Color be changed?

Adding white or black Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Colour Properties

Intensity is one of the three main properties of Colour, along with hue and saturation
Refers to the brightness or dullness of a Colour
Can be changed by adding white or black
Light Colours create a sense of airiness and space, while dark Colours create a sense of depth and mystery

Tint and Shade

Tint: a Colour mixed with white, making it lighter
Shade: a Colour mixed with black, making it darker
Tints and shades can create different effects in design, such as airiness, depth, and contrast

Value

One of the three main properties of Colour, along with hue and saturation
Refers to the lightness or darkness of a Colour
Can be changed by adding white or black
Important element of design, used to create contrast, depth, and mood

Symbolism of Colour

Colours hold significant symbolism across cultures, influencing emotions and perceptions
Examples:
- Red: love, passion, energy, danger, and luck
- Blue: calm, serenity, trust, stability, and wisdom
- Yellow: happiness, positivity, intellect, and caution
- Green: nature, growth, harmony, hope, and health
- Black: elegance, formality, mystery, and death
- White: purity, innocence, peace, and cleanliness

Basic Shapes

Three-dimensional (3D) shapes:
- Sphere: perfectly round, no edges or vertices, used in balls, planets, and domes
- Cube: solid with six square faces, twelve edges, and eight vertices, used in architecture and design
- Cylinder: curved surface, two circular bases, and no vertices, used in cans, tubes, and pillars
- Cone: circular base, curved surface, and one vertex, used in ice cream cones and traffic cones
- Rectangular Prism: six rectangular faces, twelve edges, and eight vertices, used in boxes and buildings
Two-dimensional (2D) shapes:
- Circle: perfectly round, no corners or edges, used in wheels and coins
- Square: four sides, all equal length, and right angles, used in tiles, frames, and boxes
- Triangle: three sides, sum of internal angles is 180 degrees, used in architecture, signage, and engineering
- Rectangle: four sides, opposite sides equal, and right angles, used in doors, windows, and paper sheets
- Oval: elongated, curved shape, no corners or edges, used in logos, sports fields, and design

Principles of Design

Proportion:
- Refers to the relationship between elements in terms of size, scale, and visual weight
- Important for balance, harmony, and visual unity in a design
Dominance or Emphasis:
- Refers to highlighting certain elements to create focal points and guide the viewer's attention
- Uses contrast, typography, Colour, texture, and spatial arrangement to create visual hierarchy
Rhythm:
- Refers to the repetition, variation, and visual flow of elements in a composition
- Creates a sense of movement, continuity, and harmony in a design### Unity in Design
Unity is a fundamental principle in design that focuses on creating a cohesive and harmonious relationship among all elements in a composition
Key aspects of unity:
- Visual cohesion: maintaining a consistent style, theme, or aesthetic throughout the design elements
- Repetition: repeating visual elements such as colors, shapes, or patterns to establish unity and reinforce the overall design concept
- Consistency: ensuring elements share common traits like proportions, spacing, or alignment to enhance overall unity
- Hierarchy: establishing a clear hierarchy among elements to guide the viewer's attention to key focal points
- Balance: achieving balance in distribution, contrast, and scale of elements to contribute to a sense of unity and aesthetic appeal
- Proximity: grouping related elements closely together to reinforce their connection and relationship, enhancing unity
- Typography and layout: using consistent typography choices and grid systems to create organized layouts that contribute to overall unity
- Brand identity: maintaining unity in design elements like logos, colors, and imagery to reinforce brand identity and message cohesiveness

Harmony in Design

Harmony in design refers to the effective combination of elements to create a visually pleasing and unified composition
Key aspects of harmony:
- Color harmony: utilizing color harmonies such as complementary, analogous, or monochromatic palettes to create visual balance and unity
- Unity in variety: combining diverse elements in a balanced and cohesive manner to add interest while maintaining overall harmony
- Consistency: maintaining consistency in style, typography, spacing, and alignment across design elements to foster harmony
- Proportion and scale: ensuring proportional relationships and scaling among elements to contribute to a harmonious visual hierarchy
- Texture and pattern: harmonizing textures and patterns in a design to enhance visual interest and depth
- Symmetry and balance: balancing elements based on their visual weight and placement to achieve harmony
- Negative space: using negative space effectively to contribute to visual clarity, emphasis, and overall harmony
- Emotional resonance: evoking specific emotions or conveying a particular mood through harmonious design elements

Proportion of Human Figure in Fashion and Design

Understanding the proportions of the human figure is essential in fashion and design to create aesthetically pleasing and comfortable garments
Key aspects of proportion in fashion and design:
- Pattern making: knowledge of body proportions is crucial in pattern making to ensure garments fit correctly and flatter the body
- Fit and silhouette: understanding body proportions helps designers create silhouettes that highlight a person's best features and create a balanced look
- Garment design: knowledge of proportions allows designers to create garments with balanced proportions and visual symmetry
- Accessories: proportions guide the design of accessories such as belts, hats, and jewelry to ensure they complement the overall look
- Length and proportion: understanding body proportions helps in determining the appropriate length of hems, sleeves, and inseams for different body types