The basics of two-dimensional design utilizes design elements such as space, balance and line. Learn foundational design skills with this free art video series.
Asymmetry in two-dimensional design breaks up the balance in a piece to create interest. Play with asymmetry in design with tips from an artist in this free design video.
The background in two-dimensional design can interrupt the foreground to create interest. Play with the background in design with tips from an artist in this free design video.
A design field is chosen based on the concept of the design. Choose a design field with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Balance in two-dimensional design is chosen based on the desired idea and mood. Choose a type of design balance with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Concentric balance in two-dimensional design refers to a image that spirals out from a center point. Play with concentric balance with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Designing positive and negative space is playing with shapes and the background. Design positive and negative space with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Direction in two-dimensional design is created with imaginary lines across the design field. Create direction with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Movement in two-dimensional design is created with graduating sizes. Create movement with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Playing with positive and negative space in two-dimensional design can energize the design field. Use positive and negative space with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Radial balance in two-dimensional design rotates around a center point. Experiment with radial balance with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Symmetry in two-dimensional design creates balance and harmony in a piece. Create symmetry with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Tension in two-dimensional design creates interest with contrasting shapes and directions. Create tension with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Experimenting with two-dimensional design can be as simple as moving shapes around on a page. Experiment with two-dimensional design with tips from an artist in this free design video.
A field in two-dimensional design is the design surface, whether it be canvas or paper. Learn about a 2-D field with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Field sizes in two-dimensional design vary depending on the product size. See 2-D field sizes with tips from an artist in this free design video.
The focus of a two-dimensional design leads the viewer across the design field. Create focus in two-dimensional design with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Materials for two-dimensional design include a cutting mat, rulers and pencils. Use design materials with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Multiple sketches in two-dimensional design determines which combination of shapes works the best. Sketch multiple ideas with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Thumbnails in two-dimensional design are small sketches of a larger future project. Create design thumbnails with tips from an artist in this free design video.
Tags: design, art, composition, graphic, two-dimensional
Summary: Painting and drawing is the art of using a pigmented medium to create a picture of reality filtered through the imagination, the senses, emotions, and life experience. Artists the world over have multiplied the uses of painting and drawing as a vital mode of human expression, whether recording history, retelling myth and legend, expressing religious fervor, or exploring the unknown. From early history to the present, we have records of men and women making graphic representations of their world, showing their understanding and their curiosity.
In this free design video series, an artist demonstrates how to play with basic two-dimensional design elements. First learn about the design field and the materials used to play with design. Then explore different types of balance that can be achieved, including symmetry, asymmetry, radial and concentric balance. Play with negative and positive space to add interest, and find out how to experiment with different shapes to produce the best possible design. The foundation for all visual arts, two-dimensional design focuses on shapes and contrast.
Expert: Gretchen Kibbe is an artist and part-time faculty member at Appalachian State University. She worked as a scenic artist on the Spike Lee movie "School Daze."
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