The Elements and Principles of Design are the language that the art world uses to communicate.
Elements of Design
The Elements of Design are visual symbols that artists use to create works of art.
Principles of Design
The Principles of Design refer to how artists organize the Elements of Design.
Elements of DesignTexture
Value Line Form Color Shape Space ( The Very Large Fat Cat Sang Softly) |
Principles of DesignBalance
Emphasis Contrast Rhythm Unity Movement Pattern ( B. E. CRUMP) |
6th Grade
A 6th grade art student will need to be able to identify the Elements and Principles of Design.
7th Grade
A 7th grade art student will need to be able to define the Elements and Priciples of Design.
8th Grade
All 8th grade art students will need to be able to explain how each Element and Principle of Design was used in a piece of art.
All Students
All students are expected to use the Elements and Priciples of Design in their artwork.
Flashcards for Elements of Design
Directions: Print title page and definition page and place back to back.
Example: Value matches up with "colors from light to dark".
Example: Value matches up with "colors from light to dark".
Flashcards for Principles of Design
Directions: Print title page and definition page and place back to back.
Example: Emphasis matches "what draws you in".
Example: Emphasis matches "what draws you in".