Exploring Visual Design: The Elements and Principles

by Gatto, Joseph A.

• ISBN13: 9780871923806
• ISBN10: 0871923807
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2000-08-01
• Publisher: Davis Pubns

Summary

LEVEL: Key Stage 3 onwards. Students will delight in the new look and organisation of this classic text. The third edition of Exploring Visual Design is simple, easy to use, and filled with captivating colour images. Each chapter is devoted to a single elements or principle of design. Many new features have been added.

Table of Contents

The Exploring Visual Design Program	4	(8)
Scope and Sequence	12
Student Edition pages
Introduction	2	(6)
Part I: Elements of Design	8	(130)
Line	10	(24)
Shape and Form	34	(22)
Value	56	(16)
Color	72	(22)
Space	94	(26)
Texture	120	(18)
Part II: Principles of Design	138	(112)
Balance	140	(14)
Unity	154	(14)
Contrast	168	(20)
Emphasis	188	(18)
Pattern	206	(22)
Movement and Rhythm	228	(22)
Guide to Artists	250	(2)
Glossary	252	(3)
Bibliography	255	(2)
Index	257	(2)
Professional Handbook and Resource Guide	259	(1)
Career Resources	260	(2)
Portfolio Planning	262	(1)
Professional Articles	263	(7)
Alternative Resources and Supplies	270	(1)
Safety in the Classroom	271	(1)
Art Materials	272	(2)
Art Suppliers	274	(3)
Glosario	277	(4)
National Visual Arts Standards	281