Elements and Principles of Art

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Objective

I can identify the elements and principles of art and explain how they can be used to create interest in my artworks.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

4 questions

1

Define the element of "line" in art and provide an example of how it can be used to create emphasis in a drawing.

2

Explain the principle of "balance" in art. Describe the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical balance, and give an example of each.

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe one way an artist might use color to make their artwork more interesting. Describe one way an artist might use line to make their artwork more interesting. Describe one way an artist might use shape to make their artwork more interesting.

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