Overview

Overview

This module explores artistic principles: the means by which the elements in a work of art are arranged and orchestrated. Topics for this module are these principles: Visual balance Repetition Scale and proportion Emphasis Time and motion Unity and variety

Objectives

Upon successful completion of this module, you should be able to: Define and describe the artistic principles. Translate a realistic artwork into an abstract composition. Discuss compositional constructs and their effectiveness in the artistic process. Using the language of artistic principles, compare and contrast artworks from disparate cultures.

Assignment

Assignment 1, Part B: Artistic Elements and Principles (5%) is included in this module.