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. Artists use both geometric and organic shapes.
Color
One f the most dominant elements. Color is created by light and has three properties. These are Hue(name), Value (shades and tints), and intensity (brightness).
Value
Degrees of lightness and darkness. The difference between values is called value contrast.
Form
Objects that are three dimensional having length, width, and height. They can be viewed from many sides. Form takes up space and volume.
Texture
Describes the feel of an actual surface. The surface quality of an object, can be real or implied.
Space
Space is used to create the illusion of depth. Space can be two-dimensional, three-dimensional, negative and/or positive.
Balance
A distribution of visual weight on either side of the vertical axis. Symmetrical balance uses the same characteristics. Asymmetrical uses different but equally weighted features.
Asymmetrical/Symmetrical
Symmetrical: Made up of exactly similar parts facing each other on or around and axis; showing symmetry. Asymmetrical: Having parts that fail to correspond to one another in shape, size, or arrangement, lacking symmetry.
Contrast
The arrangement of opposite elements in a composition so as to create visual interest.
Emphasis
Used to make certain parts of the artwork stand out. It creates the center of interest or focal point. The first place the artist draws your eye to first.
Movement
Creates the illusion of action. How the eye moves through the composition.
Pattern
The repetition of specific visual elements such as unity of shape or form. A method used to organize surfaces in a consistent and regular manner.
Rhythm
Regular repetition of, or alternation in elements to create cohesiveness and interest; visual beat.
Unity
Visually pleasing agreement among the elements in a design. Everything works together in the art piece.