Design Principles Quiz

Design Principles

• Balance

  • Symmetrical balance: Elements are positioned equally around a central point.
  • Asymmetrical balance: Elements are positioned unevenly, but still create visual equilibrium.
  • Radial balance: Balance is achieved through a circular arrangement of elements.

• Contrast

  • Visual difference between elements (e.g., color, size, shape).

• Emphasis

  • Highlights a focal point.

• Movement

  • Compositional movement: Leading the eye with design elements.
  • Static movement: The eye moves randomly across the composition.
  • Dynamic movement: Guiding the eye along a predetermined path within a composition.

• Repetition & Rhythm

  • Using repeated elements to create a sense of space and movement in the design.

• Unity

  • Combining elements to create a harmonious and unified composition, using choice of medium and elements to ensure the design is coherent.

• Proportion & Scale

  • The relationship between sizes of individual elements and spaces in the composition.

• Pattern

  • Repeating motifs such as images, sounds, words, or symbols to create a design.