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Art 2D Design
Art Glossary
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Art/Design
Undergraduate 1
05/03/2016

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Approximate Symmetry

 

Definition

 

Equal visual weight on either side of the pictorial axis using dissimilar objects and placements.

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Asymmetrical Balance

 

Definition
Equal visual weight on either side of the pictorial axis using dissimilar objects and placements
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Closure

 

Definition
To unify through the mind of the viewer. this refers to the viewer's mind completing an image, to put together a visual puzzle.
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Composition

 

Definition
The arrangement of visual element such as lines, spaces, tones, and colors in a work of art.
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Containment

 

Definition
To unify by placing elements with in a frame, boundary, or container.
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Continuity

 

Definition
To unify through the fluid movement from one element to another; this can be either implied or actual connections.
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Contrast

 

Definition
The degree of difference between compositional parts or betweeen one image and another.
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Emphasis/Focal Point

 

Definition
Used to attract attention and increase visual and conceptual impact.
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Form

 

Definition
The physical manifestation of an idea.
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Gestalt

 

Definition
A theory of visual perception that emphasizes the importance of the holistic composition. according to this theory grouping, containment, repetition, proximity, continuity, and closure are essential aspects of visual unity. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
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Grouping

 

Definition
The first step in the Gestalt process. we preceptually group visual elements by location, orientation, shape and color.
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Pattern

 

Definition
a design created through systematic repetition. based on a module or visual unit.
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Proportion

 

Definition
The relative size of visual elements within an image.
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Proximity

 

Definition
To unify by placing visual elements near one another.
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Radial Symmetry

 

Definition
Visual elements are mirrored vertically and horizontally, with the center acting as a focal point; all elements are balanced around and radiate from a central point.
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Repetition

 

Definition
To unify by using the same visual element or effect over and over.
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Rhythm

 

Definition
Multiple units presented in a deliberate pattern.
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Scale

Definition
The size of a form when compared to the human eye.
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Subject

Definition
The person, object, event, or idea on which an artwork is based.
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Symmetrical Balance

Definition
Visual elements are mirrored on either side of the central axis.
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Unity

Definition
Similarity, oneness, togetherness, cohesion in excess can be monotonous.
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Variety

Definition
The inclination of shapes to float or sink, or the relative importance of a visual element in a design
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