The Elements of Art 

Line A moving dot, with the ends not connecting

Shape 2 dimensional, such as a square or circle  

Value The lightness or darkness of a color (hue), as demonstrated in a value scale, through the use of gradation

Texture 

Actual texture

simulated (just looks textured) ie: smooth, rough      

Space 

Positive – the objects drawn in a composition

Negative – the space around drawn objects

Form 

3 dimensional, such as a sphere or a cube If a drawing is shaded well with value, the objects in it will create the illusion of form through the use of highlights, shadows and gradation

Color Primary: (red, yellow, blue)

Secondary: (orange, green, violet/purple): combination of primary colors to create new colors

Tertiary or intermediate: combination of primary and secondary colors to create new colors Tint: any color (paint hue) mixed with white

Shade: any color (paint hue) mixed with black

Complementary colors (found across from each other on the color wheel) such as red & green, orange & blue, yellow & violet/purple

Analogous colors (found next to each other on the color wheel; members of the same color family) such as red, red-orange, orange      

The Principles of Design

Unity When all the parts equal a whole; the quality that makes a work of art feel complete and finished

BalanceThe distribution of visual weight in a work of art

Emphasis Creates dominance in a work of art & develops points of interest to pull the viewers eye to important areas of the work

Movement Adds excitement by showing action and directing the viewer’s eye throughout the picture

Contrast The differences in values, colors, textures, shapes & other elements

Rhythm The repetition of visual movement, often seen in repeating shapes, lines and colors

Pattern        Uses the art elements in planned or random repetitions