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This module introduces students to the principal concepts and vocabularies of two-dimensional design. It focuses on the understanding and practical application of the elements of design and principles of organisation. Emphasis will be placed on visual thinking and sketching for ideation through the application of fundamental principles of composition in two-dimensional media.

Listed below are the elements and principles of design.

  ELEMENTS                          PRINCIPLES

  1. Line                                   1. Balance                              7. Contrast/Depth

  2. Shape                               2. Repetition/Rhythm         8. Movement

  3. Value/Tone                     3. Focus/Emphasis/Dominance

  4. Texture                            4. Unity/Harmony

  5. Space                                5. Scale

  6. Colour                              6. Proportion

Lead by Choy Chun Wei, students will be able to understand design more in depth by the end of the semester by tackling assignments given and applying the elements and principles in design said above. Students will also be able to apply these concepts in their artwork simultaneously increasing its value. 

2-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN

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