1. Design Principles Sjerrie Colburn

2. Five Design Principles Contrast Proximity Repetition Unity Balance

3. Contrast The idea to set in opposition in order to show or emphasize differences. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

4. Contrast This picture is a good example of contrast because the green street sign stands out on the blue skyline and emphasizes the word “change.” Other examples of contrast are… Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

5. Contrast The bright yellow flowers provide a contrast to the dark leaves behind. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

6. Contrast The dark road emphasizes the clear skyline; the black contrasts white. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

7. Repetition The act or process or an instance of repeating or being repeated. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

8. Repetition This picture is a good example of repetition because the boats are one after the other. Other examples of repetition are… Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

9. Repetition The seats are aligned and the color red is repeated throughout. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

10. Repetition The pattern of each wave shows repetition and consistency. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

11. Proximity The state, quality, sense, or fact of being near or next; closeness. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

12. Proximity This picture is a good example of proximity because the placement of each piece creates a visible line to our eye. Other examples of proximity are… Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

13. Proximity These closeness of each shape allows a tree to form from proximity. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

14. Proximity The illusion effect of this picture shows the importance of distance. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

15. Unity The combination or arrangement of parts into a whole; unification. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

16. Unity This picture is a good example of unity because several individuals are gather together into a single p. Other examples of unity are… Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

17. Unity The blended vegetables are combined into one pill. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

18. Unity A flag usually has several colors made into one piece. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

19. Balance To bring into or keep in equal or satisfying proportion or harmony. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

20. Balance This 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. Other examples of balance are… Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

21. Balance The corners of the picture are narrow creating a balanced effect. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

22. Balance The arrangement of fruits and vegetables are evenly distributed. Ex. 1Ex. 2 Ex. 3 Back to Main Page

23. Can you name the five design principles?