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Radial
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Overall
Pattern
(equal emphasis everywhere) |
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Although asymmetry
is achieved by a delicate balance of many opposing visual elements and forces,
any one of the following could be emphasized to the point of becoming the
major factor in achieving balance: |
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Shape or
Volume |
Color or
Value |
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Texture
or Pattern |
Size |
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Direction
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Direction
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Position |
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When working representationally,
psychological importance can become a factor in balancing a composition.
For example: all other things being equal, the human figure would have more
visual weight than a chair. |