Elements and Principles

2. The use of opposing elements, such as light and dark colors, to create visual interest.
4. The perceived surface quality of an object.
7. The way the viewer's eye is directed through the artwork, often using diagonal lines or a series of repeating patterns.
8. The way the eye perceives light and ranges from primary colors to more nuanced shades.
10. The use of different elements to create interest and prevent monotony.
12. A three-dimensional object with length, width, and depth.
13. The area that an object occupies or the background around it.
14. The repetition of elements in an artwork to create a sense of movement or pattern.
15. A sense of completeness and harmony in the artwork where all parts belong together.

1. The visual weight or stability of the artwork, which can be symmetrical (formal), asymmetrical (informal), or radial.
3. A two-dimensional area defined by color or line.
5. The relationship between the sizes of different objects in the artwork.
6. A mark made on a surface.
9. The lightness or darkness of a color or tone.
11. The part of the artwork that draws the viewer's attention first, creating a focal point.