the size of an object in relation to another object or the world

a way of representing 3D space on a flat 2D surface

the relationship of sizes between the parts of a whole

A challenge that makes you think differently about your art

Scale, proportion and perspective

Art and design

Unity, variety, rhythm and balance

Mass, shape, volume and depth

Line

Tone, hue and colour

Shape and form

Texture

Pattern

Composition

This unit revisits and reframes the key principles and elements of art. Pupils will study how artists use these elements with greater sophistication. They will carefully examine and analyse the elements and principles, applying them to their chosen art forms and endorsements.

Foundation workshops: revisiting elements of art and principles of art

ensuring the elements look like they belong together

using a range of elements to create visual interest

a visual beat made by elements in your work

how the visual weight is distributed in the artwork

the sense of weight or heaviness of an object or element, making it feel solid and substantial

a 2D area with a defined boundary, such as a circle

the amount of space an object occupies, giving it a three-dimensional, chunky, or filled appearance

the perception of space within an artwork, making things look far away or close up

the position of objects, relative to each other in a scene, to create depth and balance

a mark made by a moving point, which can vary in length, width, direction, and texture

something representing or standing for something else, for example, a heart symbol can represent love

to communicate or show something to someone i.e. sharing a message, idea, or feeling

the three-dimensional shape and structure of an object or artwork, often showing depth, volume and mass

a connection or link between two or more things

is how something feels or looks like it would feel

the illusion of how a surface feels. For example, painting an area to look rough or shiny

something you can physically sense and touch

a repeated design or arrangement of shapes, colours, or lines

how artists use elements like colour, shape, and pattern to communicate ideas and emotions

the arrangement of elements within a piece of art

place contrasting elements side by side to create tension, interest

what you want to achieve, i.e a goal or aim

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