Composition: Balance and Emphasis
Students analyze principles of design such as balance (symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial) and emphasis in various artworks.
Key Questions
- How does asymmetrical balance create visual tension or dynamism?
- Justify an artist's choice to place a focal point off-center in a composition.
- Compare and contrast the impact of symmetrical versus asymmetrical balance on a viewer's perception.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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