STUDIO ART 10

Key Concepts: Key Vocabulary:

unity

variety

design

movement

balance

dominance

continuation

proximity

design principles

rhythm

similarity

asymmetrical

symmetrical

radial

The whole of an artwork is more important than any single part.

The artist uses a plan (design) to organize all of the elements that make up an artwork.

Topic:

Design

The process of design involves thinking about and organizing the visual elements to create visual order.

The organization of an artwork can be analyzed in terms of design principles: unity, variety, dominance, rhythm and movement, and balance.

Most artworks can be analyzed in terms of design principles.

Examples: Students will:

Explain the concepts of unity in artworks. Describe how proximity, similarity and continuation contribute to unity

Define each of the principles of design. Explain three ways to achieve rhythmical movement.

Explain three ways to achieve balance. Use the design principles to analyze relationships among elements in artworks.

Use the design principles as general guidelines for analysis.

Enduring Understanding (s): _Most artworks, with the exception of some contemporary artworks, can be analyzed in terms of design principles.________________________________________________

Essential Question (s): ___Why are design principles important in a successful work of art?____________________________________________________

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