Principles of Design – Internet Activity

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Directions: The video talks about how our brains tend to have an easier time looking at symmetrical designs because they usually take the form of a basic shape. Our brains have a harder time looking at asymmetrical designs because it takes longer to form a basic shape around the object. In each of the boxes below, please use the internet to find 4 asymmetrical designs. Please provide a quick sketch of the object, the web address for the object, and a statement about how the asymmetrical balance adds to the overall effect of the design. Use the Principles of Design note sheet for help and ideas!

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This design is asymmetrical because there are many different shapes layered together and overlapping to make one design. Even though the design is asymmetrical the design has informal balance because parts of the design are not identical or equal in visual weight. This makes the design exciting to look at.

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