detail - A part, individual feature, or item.
emphasis - A design principle used to make a part of the artwork stand out, show which part of an artwork is most important, or a focal point.
object - Something that takes up space and can be seen or touched.
Look at The Radiator Building at Night, New York by Georgia O'Keeffe. How did Georgia O'Keeffe show nighttime in her painting? Why do you think Georgia O'Keeffe made the Radiator Building Stand out in her painting?
Emphasis
Emphasis is a design principle used to make a part of the artwork stand out, show which part of an artwork is most important, or a focal point.
Big and Little by Margaret Miller - Greenwillow, 1998. In stock: curriculum inventory
Large Drawing Paper, Pencils, Crayons or Markers, Hand Lenses or Magnifying Glasses
Think about an object that you would like to magnify or zoom in on. Notice any details or textures you see.
Check list:
- Draw an object large.
- Add details.
Draw a picture of an object that fills the page with a pencil.
Add details.
Color the picture with crayons or markers
Create a drawing of a close up view by zooming in on a picture of your choice.