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Which design element is primarily concerned with the surface quality of an object?
Which design element is primarily concerned with the surface quality of an object?
- Line
- Shape
- Colour
- Texture (correct)
Which design element uses horizontal lines to evoke a sense of calmness?
Which design element uses horizontal lines to evoke a sense of calmness?
- Form
- Space
- Line (correct)
- Shape
Which of the following creates the illusion of height?
Which of the following creates the illusion of height?
- Horizontal lines
- Vertical lines (correct)
- Curved lines
- Diagonal lines
Which design element is best described as two-dimensional?
Which design element is best described as two-dimensional?
Which statement is most accurate when describing 'Form' in design?
Which statement is most accurate when describing 'Form' in design?
What do dynamic and dramatic lines evoke?
What do dynamic and dramatic lines evoke?
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'smooth' texture in design?
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'smooth' texture in design?
What effect does a 'rough' texture typically have on an object in design?
What effect does a 'rough' texture typically have on an object in design?
How can 'line' be creatively utilized to alter perception in design?
How can 'line' be creatively utilized to alter perception in design?
What design principal is achieved when objects are grouped around a central point so that there is an equal attraction on each side?
What design principal is achieved when objects are grouped around a central point so that there is an equal attraction on each side?
What distinguishes asymmetrical balance from symmetrical balance?
What distinguishes asymmetrical balance from symmetrical balance?
What characterizes designs that follow radial balance?
What characterizes designs that follow radial balance?
Which of the following descriptions characterizes 'formal' or 'symmetrical' balance?
Which of the following descriptions characterizes 'formal' or 'symmetrical' balance?
What is the defining characteristic of informal balance?
What is the defining characteristic of informal balance?
Which statement accurately describes the principle of proportion in design?
Which statement accurately describes the principle of proportion in design?
In the context of design, what does grouping objects achieve in relation to proportion?
In the context of design, what does grouping objects achieve in relation to proportion?
Which of the following is an example of a well-proportioned ratio?
Which of the following is an example of a well-proportioned ratio?
What principle involves creating the illusion of movement in a design?
What principle involves creating the illusion of movement in a design?
Which aspect of rhythm refers to a gradual change in elements like size, line, or colour?
Which aspect of rhythm refers to a gradual change in elements like size, line, or colour?
Which of the follow aspects of rhythm describes design elements being copied?
Which of the follow aspects of rhythm describes design elements being copied?
What type of rhythm is achieved through the use of colors, shapes, or sizes being repeated?
What type of rhythm is achieved through the use of colors, shapes, or sizes being repeated?
The use of a single line in the design is known as?
The use of a single line in the design is known as?
Which statement best defines harmony in design?
Which statement best defines harmony in design?
What possible effect can the over abundance of colours have on a design?
What possible effect can the over abundance of colours have on a design?
How does focusing on the same idea or theme contribute to harmony in design?
How does focusing on the same idea or theme contribute to harmony in design?
When trying to achieve harmony in a design, what should one consider regarding the size of the elements?
When trying to achieve harmony in a design, what should one consider regarding the size of the elements?
How can too many different types of lines negatively impact a design?
How can too many different types of lines negatively impact a design?
In regards to design, what is considered poor harmony when it comes to texture?
In regards to design, what is considered poor harmony when it comes to texture?
What is the primary role of emphasis in creating a design?
What is the primary role of emphasis in creating a design?
What is the term for the the main subject of the design?
What is the term for the the main subject of the design?
In regards to the elements and methods of emphasis, what should a designer focus on?
In regards to the elements and methods of emphasis, what should a designer focus on?
What is considered the most important element that a design should possess?
What is considered the most important element that a design should possess?
Bright and contrasting colours help designers to?
Bright and contrasting colours help designers to?
Designers can ensure prominence of the design by?
Designers can ensure prominence of the design by?
Which of the following best explains how to obtain emphasis in a design?
Which of the following best explains how to obtain emphasis in a design?
Which design elements are primarily used for repetition?
Which design elements are primarily used for repetition?
What helps add to 'emphasis' in design?
What helps add to 'emphasis' in design?
Flashcards
Line
Line
A mark with length and direction, can be curved or straight.
Shape
Shape
A 2-dimensional area with a recognizable boundary.
Form
Form
A 3-dimensional object with height, width, and depth.
Texture
Texture
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Balance
Balance
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Proportion
Proportion
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Rhythm
Rhythm
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Emphasis
Emphasis
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Harmony
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Color
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Study Notes
- Design elements include line, colour, form, shape, space, and texture.
Line
- The basic element of design.
- Lines can be curved or straight and follow different directions.
- Lines create optical illusions by drawing the eye towards or away from something.
Horizontal Lines
- Make things seem wider.
- Creates a sense of calmness, relaxation, and informality.
Vertical Lines
- Creates the illusion of height.
- Makes an impression of formality, dignity, masculinity, and strength.
Diagonal Lines
- Widens or lengthens depending on slant.
- Creates a dynamic and dramatic feel.
- Creates feeling of movement and action.
Curved Lines
- Round and continuous.
- Gives a sense of security and fun.
Shape and Form
- Form has three dimensions, including height, width, and depth.
- Shape is two-dimensional.
- Silhouette against the background, or outside lines of the design.
Texture
- The surface quality of an object.
- Texture is visual and tactile.
- Texture Reflects light in many ways.
Smooth texture
- Sophisticated, feminine, and formal.
- Texture reflects light and catches the eye.
Rough texture
- Informal and masculine.
- Absorbs light, making the object less noticeable.
Design Principles
- Design principles are guidelines used to create good design and include proportion, balance, rhythm, harmony, and emphasis.
Balance
- Achieved when objects are grouped around an imaginary central point or line, resulting in equal attraction on each side.
Formal/Symmetrical Balance
- The same on either side equidistant from the central point.
- Mirror image.
Informal/Asymmetrical Balance
- Design sides differ but still attract equal attraction.
- The larger object is always placed closer to the central point.
Radial Balance
- Arranging design elements of a design around a central point in the shape of a circle.
Proportion
- The pleasing relationship between multiple areas with different parts with respect to size, shape, weights and positions.
- Indicating a comparison between parts.
- The ideal proportion is the ratio of 2:3; other ratios are 3:5, 5:8, and 8:13.
- Grouping images needs less space between objects than their own size.
Rhythm
- Illusion of movement, guiding the eye from one design element to another.
- Repetition involves using lines, shapes/forms, textures, or colors repeatedly.
- Progression and grading involves gradual changes in size, line, color, texture, or pattern.
- Alternation involves repeated colors, shapes, or sizes.
- Continuous lines describes how one design element dominates the design.
Harmony
- Achieved when all elements of the design are put together to create unity.
- Harmony of color occurs when there is not too much color or bright colours.
- Harmony of form, shape, and size occurs when all items are relation to one another and the whole design.
- Harmony of line occurs when not too many styles of lines are used.
- Harmony of texture occurs when compatible textures are used.
Emphasis
- Emphasis is drawing the eye to a specific point in a design.
- The central point is called the focal point.
- Emphasis can be manipulated by focusing on the best aspect of the design or guiding the eye away from the negative aspects.
- Emphasis is achieved when an object is placed on a large, simple background.
- Emphasis can be created via unique or large shapes or designs.
- Emphasis can be achieved by using Bright/contrasting colors or Focused/spot lighting.
- Grouping of designs, and Positioning designs in prominent places contributes to emphasis.
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