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23 Cards in this Set
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elements
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building blocks
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principles
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ways the elements are used
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line
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a point in motion
series of adjacent points a connection between points points situated next to one another in one direction shortest distance between two points |
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shape
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a flat enclosed area
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texture
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the surface quality of a two dimensional shape
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value
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relative lightness or darkness of a surface
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color
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hue
different light waves perceptible to humans |
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unity
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similarity/ oneness/togetherness
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balance
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distribution of weight or force within a composition
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scale
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often size of form in relation to our human size
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proportion
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relative size of visual elements within an image
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rhythm
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sense of movement that is created by repetition of multiple units in a deliberate pattern
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emphasis
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particular prominence to part of a design
such as creating a focal point, isolating something, considering placement, creating contrast. |
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mass
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a solid 3d form
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form
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defined by a contour of an object in plane
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plane
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a 3d form that has length and width but minimal thickness
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space
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a 3d geometric term
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time
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actual - location and duration of an actual event
implied - suggested location or duration of an event |
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texture
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the surface quality of a 3d volume
distribution of objects in a composition |
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harmony
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when several elements put together create a state of a balance
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repetition
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when an element recurs several times, either in a composition or over time
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contrast
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when two or more forces operate in opposition
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economy
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frugal use of elements to emphasize purity and simplicity
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