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Elements and Principals of Design
Line-The linear marks made with a pen or brush or the edge created when two shapes meetShape-a self contained defined area of geometric or organic form.
Direction-All lines have direction - Horizontal, Vertical or Oblique. Horizontal suggests calmness, stability and tranquillity. Vertical gives a feeling of balance, formality and alertness. Oblique suggests movement and actionColor-Also called Hue
Balance-state of equilibrium or equipoise
Gradation-process of change taking place through a series of stages ,by degree , or in gradual mannerRepetition-the act of repeating
Contrast-to compare in order to show unlikeness or difference
Harmony-relations of colour
Dominance-condition of being dominant
Unity-the state of being one
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