Forms of Balance:




Symmetrical Balance: Also called formal balance because a form (formula) is used--a mirror image about a vertical axis. The results look formal, organized, and orderly











Merry Moor Winnet, Symmetry Springs, 1988





Radial Symmetry: The condition of having similar parts

regularly arranged around a central axis














 Joe Wood, Star Ring, 1999







Exact Symmetry: A mirror-image or an exactly repeated design




















Axial Symmetry: Having two opposing repeats, one on each side of an axis


















Asymmetrical Balance:

Having no balance or symmetry. Does not have a line of symmetry.














Vincent Van Gogh, Starry Night, 1889









Occult Balance:

Uses a strong variety of sizes to show distance, has movement in an angular or curved direction, and most of all, background dominates the composition.




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