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The Language of
Basic Design

An outline/slideshow of the vocabulary words used to discuss the formal properties of a piece of 2D artwork.

Identify the use of the concept in the linked artwork. When possible, I used the artist associated with the technical development.

II. Principles of Design

III. The Elements of Design

A. Line

B. Shape

C. Form

D. Space

E. Value

F. Texture

G. Color