Elements Of Arts

• What are the seven Elements of Art?

  • Line
  • Shape
  • Color
  • Value
  • Form
  • Texture
  • Space
• Line


  A mark made by a pointed tool such as a brush, pen, or stick; a moving point.
• Shape


  A flat, enclosed area that has two dimensions: length and width.
• What types of shapes do artists use?

  Both geometric and organic shapes.
• Color


  One of the most dominant elements created by light.
• Value


  Degrees of lightness or darkness.
• Form


  Objects that are three-dimensional having length, width, and height.
• Texture


  The feel of an actual surface; the surface quality of an object.
• Space


  To create the illusion of depth.
• What are the Principles of Design in art?


  • Balance
  • Contrast
  • Emphasis
  • Movement
  • Pattern
  • Rhythm
  • Unity
• Balance


  A distribution of visual weight on either side of the vertical axis.
• What are the two types of balance?

  Symmetrical and asymmetrical balance.
• Contrast


  The arrangement of opposite elements in a composition to create visual interest.
• Emphasis


  Used to make certain parts of an artwork stand out, creating a focal point.
• Movement


  How the eye moves through the composition, leading attention from one aspect to another.
• Pattern


  The repetition of specific visual elements such as a unit of shape or form.
• Rhythm


  Regular repetition of, or alternation in elements to create cohesiveness and interest.
• Unity


  Visually pleasing agreement among the elements in a design, making everything look like it fits.
• Intensity 


  the aspect of brightness and purity of a color
• Hue


  the color itself.