Principles of Composition: Emphasis and Unity
Understanding how to create focal points and achieve overall coherence and unity in an artwork.
Key Questions
- How can scale and proportion be manipulated to alter the importance of a subject?
- Differentiate between emphasis created by contrast and emphasis created by isolation.
- Construct a composition that demonstrates a strong sense of unity despite diverse elements.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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