The Principles of Design

In this course, students will learn about the seven principles of design (rhythm/movement, unity, balance, contrast, emphasis, pattern, proportion).  The principles of design are ways of organizing the elements of art and will help students to push their artwork to the next level with solid design choices. 

Pre-requisite:  Elements of Art for Elementary or Middle Schoolers.  Please contact Cara for approval based on other courses prior to registering.

Each class will concentrate on one of the principles of design and a small project will be assigned to practice using that principle.   We will discuss project instructions and expectations, then begin on each assignment together.  Each week, students will complete their projects at home.  At the beginning of the following class, students will present their project and there will be a class critique.  The last session of the course is designated for completing and critiquing a culminating project.

Homework will include work time on art projects and may include practicing art exercises to help with projects.

Each project will be presented and discussed by the class group.  

**Class Policies:

*All class times are approximate.  Class length may vary due to student ability and class size.  Classes are designed to be no longer than the time allotted.

*Late/Missed Class Policy - All courses will begin on time as long as one learner is in the classroom.  In the event that no students are in the classroom at the assigned class time, the teacher will leave a message on the discussion board and exit the classroom after 10 minutes.  Class recordings are available upon request.