Design Principles

1. Design Principles Sjerrie Colburn

2. Five Design Principles Contrast Proximity Repetition Balance Unity

3. Back to Main Page Contrast The idea to set in opposition in order to show or emphasize differences. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

4. Back to Main Page Contrast This picture is a good example of contrast because the green street sign stands out on the blue skyline and emphasizes the word “change.” Other examples of contrast are… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

5. Back to Main Page Contrast The bright yellow flowers provide a contrast to the dark leaves behind. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

6. Back to Main Page Contrast The dark road emphasizes the clear skyline; the black contrasts white. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

7. Back to Main Page Repetition The act or process or an instance of repeating or being repeated. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

8. Back to Main Page Repetition This picture is a good example of repetition because the boats are one after the other. Other examples of repetitionare… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

9. Back to Main Page Repetition The seats are aligned and the color red is repeated throughout. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

10. Back to Main Page Repetition The pattern of each wave shows repetition and consistency. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

11. Back to Main Page Proximity The state, quality, sense, or fact of being near or next; closeness. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

12. Back to Main Page Proximity This picture is a good example of proximity because the placement of each piece creates a visible line to our eye. Other examples of proximity are… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

13. Back to Main Page Proximity These closeness of each shape allows a tree to form from proximity. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

14. Back to Main Page Proximity The illusion effect of this picture shows the importance of distance. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

15. Back to Main Page Unity The combination or arrangement of parts into a whole; unification. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

16. Back to Main Page Unity This picture is a good example of unity because several individuals are gather together into a single p. Other examples of unity are… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

17. Back to Main Page Unity The blended vegetables are combined into one pill. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

18. Back to Main Page Unity A flag usually has several colors made into one piece. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

19. Back to Main Page Balance To bring into or keep in equal or satisfying proportion or harmony. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

20. Back to Main Page Balance This is a good example of balance because the rope in the upper left is equal size to the bale of hay in the bottom left. Other examples of balance are… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

21. Back to Main Page Balance The corners of the picture are narrow creating a balanced effect. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

22. Back to Main Page Balance The arrangement of fruits and vegetables are evenly distributed. Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

23. Can you name the five design principles?