Critiquing Tools

Art Vocabulary List


Proportion

The symmetry, harmony, or balance between elements within a design.

Negative space

The space around an object. This can create contrast and scale within an image.

Hierarchy

The arrangement of objects based on their importance. This can be achieved through elements and principles such as colour and scale.

Symmetry

A mirrored image which is equally balanced on two sides.

Transparent
An image or object which allows light to pass through and other images or objects can be seen behind it.


Adjective List


Geometric
Regular straight shapes or lines free from curves.


Tint
A hue that has had white added to it.


Shade
A hue that has had black added to it.


Concave - Convex
Concave is a line that curves inwards, while convex curves outwards.


Matte
A non-glossy finish free from shine or reflection


Principles and Elements of Design List


Elements


Line.
A linear mark made between two points.


Colour.
Valus on a spectrum of light. Consists of three characteristics. Hue, value and intensity.


Texture
A surface quality the can be both visual and tactile.


Shape
A 2d closed line with both length and width.


Form
A 3 dimensional shape with length width and height.


Principles


Stability
Stability represents balance. Straight vertical and horizontal lines help create a stable composition.


Dynamics
The opposite of stability. Diagonal lines give movement and action the the composition.


Rhythm
Movement and action. Repetition within the design helps create rhythm.


Scale
The relative size of objects within a design.


Sources:
http://www.n4hccs.org/projects/kidspace/E-P.html
www.wikipedia.com
http://tiny.cc/2ogv4
Mac Dictionary