2. The way images and text are put together distinguishes a good design from an ordinary one. Composition is the arrangement of the parts on any 2-D surface. Designs most basic building blocks: Elements of Art & Principles of Design. Helps you understand & interpret the multiple messages around you. Also, helps you communicate through your own designs! Chapter Objectives: Know the Elements of Art & Principles of Design Learn to see the Elements of Art & Principles of Design within artwork Work with a shape in space to create movement in a simple design.

3. Building blocks that define visual expression.  Line - path on a 2D plane.  Shape- when a line’s ends meet/overlap to enclose a space. (think geometric/organic shapes)  Color- created by light; creates a spectrum.  Texture- the way a surface feels; implied/actual  Value- the degree of lightness/darkness of a color.  Form-shapes that have depth/volume.  Space- empty/open area around or in a work of art. (negative/ positive or foreground/background)

5. Examples of Elements of Art within artwork Elements of Art Video: Click the TV to watch!