Principles of Design is a class where students will learn the basics that go into every good design, and how to create their own. The class will look at old masterpieces and how the principles are utilized, as well as look at modern examples such as advertisements and product labels. The individual principles will be focused on one by one to help students not only learn but master the building blocks for a good design. 

Syllabus: 

We will study each principle individually and then apply them at the end to showcase what has been learned. 

Topics covered:

• Elements of Art (overview)

• Balance

• Emphasis

• Movement

• Pattern

• Repetition

• Rhythm 

• Proportion and scale

• Variety

• Unity

• Old master’s artwork that showcases these principles

• Current designs that use these principles