Design Principles

Sjerrie Colburn

Five Design Principles

Contrast Proxim

ityRepetition

Unity Balance

ContrastThe idea to set in opposition in order to show or emphasize differences.

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ContrastThis picture is a good example of contrast because the green street sign stands out on the blue skyline and emphasizes the word “change.”

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ContrastThe bright yellow flowers provide a contrast to the dark leaves behind.

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ContrastThe dark road emphasizes the clear skyline; the black contrasts white.

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RepetitionThe act or process or an instance of repeating or being repeated.

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RepetitionThis picture is a good example of repetition because the boats are one after the other.Other examples of repetition are… Ex. 1 Ex. 2 Ex. 3

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RepetitionThe seats are aligned and the color red is repeated throughout.

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RepetitionThe pattern of each wave shows repetition and consistency.

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ProximityThe state, quality, sense, or fact of being near or next; closeness.

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ProximityThis picture is a good example of proximity because the placement of each piece creates a visible line to our eye.

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ProximityThese closeness of each shape allows a tree to form from proximity.

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ProximityThe illusion effect of this picture shows the importance of distance.

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UnityThe combination or arrangement of parts into a whole; unification.

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UnityThis picture is a good example of unity because several individuals are gather together into a single p.

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UnityThe blended vegetables are combined into one pill.

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UnityA flag usually has several colors made into one piece.

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BalanceTo bring into or keep in equal or satisfying proportion or harmony.

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BalanceThis is a good example of balance because the rope in the upper left is equal size to the bale of hay in the bottom left.

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BalanceThe corners of the picture are narrow creating a balanced effect.

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BalanceThe arrangement of fruits and vegetables are evenly distributed.

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Can you name the five design principles?