Rhythm and Repetition in Patterns
Students will investigate how repetition and alternation of visual elements create rhythm and movement in art and design.
Key Questions
- Explain how repeating a motif creates a sense of rhythm in a visual artwork.
- Analyze the role of contrast in breaking or enhancing a pattern's rhythm.
- Design a pattern that uses both repetition and variation to create visual interest.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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