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Engineering
9th Grade
04/30/2012

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Term
Asymmetry
Definition
Symmetry in which both halves of a composition are not identical. Also referred
to as informal balance.
Term
Aesthetic
Definition
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. 2. Of pleasing appearance.
Term
Audience Analysis
Definition
The understanding of the consumer group for which the design is
targeted. This would include the audiences, demographics, physical location, amount of time
available to view the design, and interest in the subject matter.
Term
Balance
Definition
A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions. There
are three types of visual balance: symmetry, asymmetry, and radial.
Term
Color
Definition
The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a
result of the way it reflects or emits light.
Term
Contrast
Definition
The state of being noticeably different from something else when put or
considered together. 2. Enhancement of appearance provided by juxtaposing different colors
or textures.
Term
Demographics
Definition
The statistical data of a population, esp. those showing average age, income,
education, etc.
Term
Element
Definition
A basic constituent part
Term
Emphasis
Definition
Special importance, value, or prominence given to something.
Term
Form
Definition
1. Having the three dimensions of length, width, and depth. Also referred to as a solid.
2. The organization, placement or relationship of basic elements, as volumes or voids in a
sculpture, so as to produce a coherent image.
Term
Gestalt
Definition
The principle that maintains that the human eye sees objects in their entirety before
perceiving their individual parts.
Term
Graphic Design:
Definition
The art of combining text and pictures in advertisements, magazines, books,
etc.
Term
Harmony
Definition
The quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole. 2. Agreement or concord.
Term
Juxtapose
Definition
To place close together
Term
Line
Definition
1. A long thin mark on a surface. 2. A continuous extent of length, straight or curved,
without breadth or thickness; the trace of a moving point. 3. Long, narrow mark or band.
Term
Market Research
Definition
The activity of gathering information about consumers’ needs and
preferences.
Term
Message Analysis
Definition
The process of deciding what information needs to go into the graphic
design, as well as how to effectively use the design elements and principles to present the
information. This analysis is based on a thorough analysis of the audience.
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