Emphasis and Focal Point
Students will learn techniques to create a focal point and guide the viewer's eye through an artwork.
Key Questions
- Explain how contrast in color or size can create a focal point.
- Analyze how an artist uses leading lines to direct the viewer's gaze.
- Construct a composition where a specific element is clearly emphasized.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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