By Daniela Surra

Balance: Placement of objects in a design to create visual equilibrium

3 Types:

Symmetrical

Asymmetrical

Radial

Symmetrical (Formal)

Both sides resemble each other in color and number of objects

Asymmetrical (Informal)

Sides have different colors and objects and do not resemble each other

Factors: Color, Lightness, Shape

Radial

Elements radiate out from a center point

Symmetrical

Formal, Easier

Both sides mirror each other

Asymmetrical

Informal, Harder to use

Can use many smaller objects to balance a larger one

Radial

Least Common

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