Conceptual Unity
Occurs when the artwork unites ideas known only by the artist.
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Proximity
The closeness of elements in a work.
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Continuity
Continuous lines or patterns.
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Repetition
Repetitive positioning of something in a work.
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Similarity
When items share visual characteristics, they’re assumed to be related.
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Symmetrical Balance
When two halves of an artwork are identical.
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Asymmetrical Balance
When two sides of an artwork aren’t identical.
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Radial Balance
When something in an artwork is arranged around a central point.
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Hierarchical Scale
The use of scale to indicate the importance of figures/objects in a work.
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Proportion
The relationship between height, width, and depth in a work.
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Focal Point
Main point of emphasis in a composition.
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Contrast (Art)
A visually interesting area of an image that uses contrast to get your attention.
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Isolation (Art)
When an object has negative space around it.
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Placement (Art)
Where an object is placed that draws your attention.
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Formal Analysis
A method of analyzing the visual elements of a work of art.
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Stylistic Analysis
Examining an artwork's visual characteristics to identify its style and how it relates to other works.
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Iconographic Analysis
A method of art history that interprets the symbols and meanings in a work of art.