Balance is the distribution of the visual weight of objects, colors, texture and space. This photo is a good example of balance because there is a great balance of colors.
Pattern
Pattern is the repeating of an object or symbol in a piece of art. In this photo, the jagged lines show a lot of pattern.
Emphasis
Emphasis is the part of a design that catches the viewers attention. The heart is the focal point of this image.
Repetition
Repetition works with pattern to make the art seem active, it also creates a design. This picture has a pattern with the colors of the pencils and the way the pencils are positioned makes the picture seem active.
Movement/Direction/Gradation
Movement is the path the viewer’s eye takes through the artwork, often to focal areas. This picture is a wonderful example of movement because it is guiding you down the tunnel, the end of the tunnel is the focal point.
Proportion
Proportion is the feeling of unity created when all parts of an image relate to each other. This image shows proportion because it displays the size of the canyon by also capturing a person to compare their sizes.
Harmony
Harmony is the effect of combining similar related elements like color. In this photo, the dark, deep colors all compliment each other.
Rhythm
Rhythm is created when one or more elements of design are used repeatedly to create a feeling of movement. This image shows organized movement with the zig zag lines.
Contrast
Contrast is the occurence of differing elements such as color, value, size. This image shows different values and colors.
Variety
Variety is the use of many design elements to capture the viewers attention. This photo, uses line, value and color to hold the viewers attention.