The Elements of Art The Ingredients of Any

The Elements of Art The Ingredients of Any Artistic Recipe

Color Primary Colors used to mix all other colors Red Yellow Blue

Color Primary Colors Primary colors have a bold, modern look. Red Yellow Blue

Color Primary Colors Primary colors have a bold, modern look. Red Yellow Blue

Color Secondary Colors When any two primary colors are mixed Orange Green Violet

Color Secondary Colors Secondary colors often look more natural and earthy than primary Orange Green Violet

Color Secondary Colors Secondary colors often look more natural and earthy than primary Orange Green Violet

Color Analogous Colors that are next to each other on the color wheel; related colors. Warm Colors Cool Colors

Color Analogous Colors Using similar colors throughout ties everything together. Warm Colors Cool Colors

Color Complementary Colors Across from each other on the color wheel; opposites to the human eye. Red & Green Yellow & Violet Blue & Orange

Color Complementary Colors Across from each other on the color wheel; opposites to the human eye. Red & Green Yellow & Violet Blue & Orange

Color Complementary Colors Across from each other on the color wheel; opposites to the human eye. Red & Green Yellow & Violet Blue & Orange

Color Complementary Colors Across from each other on the color wheel; opposites to the human eye. Red & Green Yellow & Violet Blue & Orange

Texture The way a surface appears to feel.

Texture The way a surface appears to feel.

Texture The way a surface appears to feel.

Texture The way a surface appears to feel.

Texture The way a surface appears to feel.

Line A continuous path for the eyes.

Line A continuous path for the eyes.

Line A continuous path for the eyes.

Line A continuous path for the eyes.

Value Use of light, medium, and dark tones for depth, gradation, drama, and contrast.

Value Use of light, medium, and dark tones for depth, gradation, drama, and contrast.

Value Use of light, medium, and dark tones for depth, gradation, drama, and contrast.

Shape • A flat area defined by its edges • Can either be geometric or organic.

Shape • A flat area defined by its edges • Can either be geometric or organic.

Shape • A flat area defined by its edges • Can either be geometric or organic.

Form A 3 -D object or person.

Form A 3 -D object or person.

Form A 3 -D object or person.

Form A 3 -D object or person.

Space • Positive space: Main subject, or foreground. • Negative space: Area surrounding main subject, or background.

Space Make sure negative space compliments the positive space.

Space Make sure negative space compliments the positive space.

Use the elements of art in complex, unique, creative ways to create your own unique artistic recipe.