Art Composition: Patterns

Patterns are the repetition of a design element, such as lines, shapes, or colors, to create a decorative effect. Patterns make art interesting because they create a rhythm, just like a song has a beat. Artists use patterns to help our eyes move around the artwork.

  • Fulfills Step 3 of GSUSA Brownie Art and Design badge requirements.
  • Fulfills Step 3 of GSUSA Junior Art and Design badge requirements.

Info Needed for Brownie Step 3: Art composition is how artists arrange the different parts of their artwork, like shapes, colors, and lines, to make it look balanced and interesting. It’s like organizing a room so everything fits together nicely and catches your eye. Art composition is about the overall design and layout.

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