Art Composition and Techniques

Balance is not a technique used to create movement in art. It is a principle of design that refers to the distribution of visual weight in a composition.

Chiaroscuro is the term for the gradual change in value from light to dark.

Contrast is the term for the use of contrasting elements to create visual interest.

Repetition is the term for the use of repeated elements to create a sense of rhythm.

Chiaroscuro is the term for the use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth.

A painting of a portrait is an example of an asymmetrical composition, as the elements of the portrait are not evenly distributed across the canvas.

Repetition is the term for the use of curved lines to create a sense of movement.