Art Principles

 Emphasis, Contrast, Proportion, Rhythm, Balance, Harmony

Six Principles of Art

1. Emphasis - focus or focal point of the composition that attracts attention first.
2. Contrast - difference and dynamic range in value, opposites in hue and saturation.
3. Proportion - scale of the objects,  relationship of elements to the whole and to one another,  perspective (distance between and around), and size between objects.
4. Rhythm - movement, repetition or regularity of art elements.
   
   1. Movement - visual flow, guidance for the eyes through an artwork, suggestion of motion that gives a feeling of action.
   2. Pattern - uniform repetition of an art elements. 
5. Balance - equilibrium or stability, symmetry and asymmetry.
6. Harmony - variety and unity of art elements.