principals of design
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Principals of
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Balance The arrangement of elements
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Symmetrical Elements are centered or evenly divided both vertically and horizontally
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Asymmetrical
Off-center alignment created with an odd or mismatched number of elements.
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Radial The elements radiate from or swirl in a circular or spiral path.
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Contrast Emphasizing the difference between elements
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Unity/Harmony All of the design elements are consistent with each other in shape, style and color and
consistent with the overall message
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Scale/Proportion The relationships between the sizes of various elements
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Dominance/ The focal point.
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Emphasis
Design These concepts will help you arrange elements and use design principles effectively
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Compositions
Grids The use of columns/rows in design
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The Rule of Thirds Splitting an image or design into thirds, so you end up with 9 equal sections
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Optical Center The spot the eye first sees when it encounters a page slightly above and to the right of the actual center
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Z Pattern The pattern the eye follows when scanning a page.
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