The Principles of Design:The way the visual qualities are

organized.• Emphasis and Focal Point• Balance • Contrast• Scale and Proportion• Unity and Variety • Rhythm and Movement• Pattern

ProportionA Principle of Design that

refers to the relative size of a figure or object

compared to other objects

in its environment.

(The proportion of one thing vs. another thing.)

Proportion – Comparison of Different

Scale

Refers to the relative size compared to similar objects

in its environment.

(The scale of one thing vs. the same thing in a different size).

Scale – Comparison to Same

Proportion and Scale Assignment

1. Create a composite showing an object out of proportion to its surroundings. You must take the photos for the composite, they can be taken at school. A minimum of 2 photos.

2. Photograph a scene that shows a range of similar objects in different scales. The photos can be taken at school.

3. Read the passages about Proportion on pages 42, 160, 226 in Focus on Photography. Summarize the passages and find a photo from the internet that could illustrate the passage.

4. Create a PowerPoint that includes all of the above.

1. Title with Your Name 2. Out-of-Proportion Composite

3. Photo of Scale4. Summary and Photo from page 425. Summary and Photo from page 1606. Summary and Photo from page 226