The principles of art: balance, emphasis, contrast, unity, variety, repetition, proportion, scale and movement

What this note covers

1. Principles organise the elements
2. Balance, unity and variety
3. Emphasis, hierarchy and contrast
4. Repetition, pattern, similarity and movement
5. Scale and proportion
6. Worked example: three principles in a constructed sculpture
7. Choosing principles under exam conditions

7 sections · 11 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes