Graphic Design Vocab

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Across
  1. 2. The arrangement of visual elements in a design, ensuring balance and harmony.
  2. 4. The difference between elements in a design to create emphasis and visual interest (e.g., light vs. dark, big vs. small).
  3. 11. The style, arrangement, and appearance of text in a design.
  4. 13. Creating a focal point in a design, directing the viewer’s attention to a specific area.
  5. 14. The form of an object or design element, such as squares, circles, or irregular shapes.
  6. 15. The arrangement of elements so that they line up with each other, creating order and organization.
  7. 16. The three-dimensional aspect of design elements, including depth and volume.
Down
  1. 1. The arrangement of design elements in a way that implies importance, guiding the viewer’s eye through the content.
  2. 3. The closeness of elements in a design, helping to group related items and establish relationships.
  3. 5. The surface quality or feel of an object or design, often simulated in design to create interest.
  4. 6. The use of this in a design helps to convey meaning, create emphasis, or set a mood.
  5. 7. The use of the same or similar elements throughout a design to create unity and consistency.
  6. 8. Also called "negative space," this is the empty space around and between elements in a design, which helps create balance and focus.
  7. 9. defined as the equal distribution of visual weight in a composition. All the elements (line, shape, color, etc) in that composition look stable (like one side is not heavier than the other).
  8. 10. A basic element of design used to create shapes, patterns, and textures, or to guide the viewer’s eye.
  9. 12. A system of horizontal and vertical lines used to structure content and align elements consistently.