Elements and Principles of Design

Elements of Design

Principles of Design

Line

Shape Space

Light

Color

Texture

Pattern Repetition

Gradation

Scale

Balance

Unity

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Emphasis

Transition

Sequence

What do I do with them now?

How do I put them together?

Which are elements?

Which are principles?

Make a Cake

Elements are the ingredients

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Principles tell how to use the elements

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Finished Product

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