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relationship of elements in a pattern or grid. |
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determined by how elements are placed on a page. |
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elements of the design are centered or evenly divided horizontally and vertically on a page. |
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off-center alignment created with an odd or mismatched number of elements. |
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elements radiate or swirl out from a center point. |
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the use of big and small elements, black and white text, squares, and circles. a. Adds emphasis to important information b. Adds appeal |
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placing elements near each other to demonstrate their relationship to each other. |
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repeating some aspect of the design throughout the entire layout. a. Aids navigation b. Improves readability |
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negative or empty space between text and/or graphics. a. Gives a design breathing room. b. Smoothes transition between elements. |
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visually dividing the page into thirds vertically and/or horizontally and placing the most important elements within those thirds. |
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the spot that the eye sees when it first encounters a page. It is slightly above and to the right of the mathematical center of the page. |
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the visual path the eye follows when looking at a printed page. |
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1. can be used to a. Evoke emotion i Color themes can be used to set a tone or mood for the publication. ii Color themes (a) Calming colors – cool colors (blue, green and violet) (b) Exciting colors – warm colors (red, orange and yellow) (c) Neutral colors - beige, ivory, taupe, black, gray, and white |
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used to organize information, simulate movement, lead the eyes and enhance a design. |
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used to enhance a publication. |
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used to define size, space, and create an impact. |
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used to convey a “visual” sense of feel. 1. Add or detract attention – make design elements more or less noticeable. c. Create movement – make some colors stand out while others appear to recede. d. Lead the eye – lead the reader’s eye to certain elements in the design. |
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