Composition & Principles of Design

What is COMPOSITION?

• The application of color theory in a design.
• The arrangement of visual information in an art piece.
• The demonstration of an art technique or skill.
• The consideration of craftsmanship in an art piece.

Which of the following is NOT a reason why composition is important to the Graphic Arts?

• A good composition engages the viewer visually.
• A good composition helps the viewer find information quickly.
• A good composition keeps the viewer interested.
• A good composition is done quickly and timely.

Which Principle of Design fits this definition?
"The consideration of weight and importance in an art piece." 

• Balance
• Unity
• Proportion
• Movement

What type of Balance is demonstrated when the visual weight is even on both sides?

• Symmetric Balance
• No Balance
• Asymmetric Balance
• Radial Balance

What type of Balance is demonstrated when the visual weight is heavier on one side than the other?

• Symmetric Balance
• Radial Balance
• No Balance
• Asymmetric Balance

What type of Balance is demonstrated when the visual weight is distributed from the center-outward.

• Symmetric Balance
• Radial Balance
• No Balance
• Asymmetric Balance

Which Principle of Design fits this definition?
"The path in which the viewer's eye travels across the work of art."

• Movement
• Emphasis
• Pattern
• Unity

Which Principle of Design fits this definition?
"The repeating of an object or symbol."

• Variety
• Repetition
• Emphasis
• Pattern

What photography technique creates a composition guide by dividing the picture plane into thirds (horizontally & vertically) - and placing the subject matter on one of the intersections?

• Balance
• Composition
• The Rule of Thirds
• The Principles of Design

Which Principle of Design fits this definition?
"A visual element that catches the viewer's attention."

• Variety
• Proportion
• Emphasis
• Unity