A non-linear Power Point
Design Principles
ETEC 6307
by Kimberly Ramos
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Balance
• Balance is the distribution of the
visual weight of objects, colors,
texture, and space.
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Balance 1
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I chose this photo as a
representation of an
asymmetrical balance design.
The weight of the light colored
rocks is balanced by the light
colored clouds on the other 2/3
of the photo.
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Balance 2
• This radial balance photo is included to represent
equal balance across a design with a central point
of balance. Also, because I like the beauty and
craftsmanship of stain glass.
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Balance 3
• This photo was chosen for the
symmetrical balance. The weight of the
objects are balanced by their color and
symmetry.
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repetition
• Repetition works with pattern to make
the work of art seem active. The
repetition of elements of design creates
unity within the work of art.
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repetition 1
• I chose this photo as a
representation of repetitive
color and shape, while the
differences in size add to the
uniformity and unity of the
photo.
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repetition 2
• This piece shows repetition of lines and
color to project a sense of movement and
unity.
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Repetition 3
• This photo was chosen for the repetitive
color and shape that flow throughout the
picture.
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emphasis
• Emphasis is the part of the design that
catches the viewer’s attention.
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emphasis 1
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This photo emphasizes color and
artistic design of a splashing
water droplet in the “lake of an
eye.”
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emphasis 2
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I chose this photo as a representation of
emphasis by color amongst repetitive
shapes and contrasting colors.
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emphasis 3
• This photo was
chosen for the
emphasis of the
color red on the
couple in the
center as
apposed to the
other single
people under
umbrellas in
matching blue
hues.
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contrast
• Contrast is the juxtaposition of opposing
elements such as opposite colors, tone or
value, or direction.
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contrast 1
• I chose this photo as a
representation of
opposing colors on the
color wheel to show
contrast within design.
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Contrast 2
• This contrast photo is included to represent
direction which shows movement through the
art along with contrast in colors.
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Contrast 3
• This photo was
chosen for the use of
contrast with light
and dark elements
and colors. This
creates direction and
intrigue within the
picture.
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unity
• Unity is the feeling of harmony between all
parts of the artwork creating a sense of
completeness. The thing that brings the art
together: sameness or oneness.
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Unity 1
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I chose this photo as a
representation of unity due to the
unity across the photo with the
connection of the hands drawing
themselves. It’s also one of my
favorite artists, M.C. Escher.
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unity 2
• This image of unity represents repetition of shapes
around a central focal point along with contrasting
colors.
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unity 3
• This photo was
chosen for the
unity of shapes
and overall
image. Also,
because it is
another one of
my favorite
artists Salvador
Dalí.
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Image credits:
Google images
http://rumneymarshart.weebly.com/animal-scratch-art.html
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/172896073170739364/
http://www.pinturayartistas.com/los-7-contrastes-de-colores-de-johannes-itten/
https://www.google.com/search?q=images+of+color+contrast+examples+using+media&espv=2&tbm=isch&tbo=u&sou
rce=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjKrc3KrITTAhWO0YMKHTVHBugQsAQIGQ&biw=1536&bih=685#imgrc=_
https://www.pinterest.com/artbyeadington/emphasis/
https://www.pinterest.com/explore/unity-in-art/
http://flyeschool.com/content/repetition-rhythm-and-pattern
https://rebeccann07.wordpress.com/2011/09/09/elements-principles-of-design/