The Four Basic Principles

The four basic principles are Contrast, Repetition, Alignment, and Proximity

• Contrast is when elements are different. This difference can be in size, color, texture, or really anything.
• Repetition is when one theme or element recurs in a work, usually for emphasis
• Alignment consists of the angles elements, as well as  the angles between elements
• Proximity refers to the distance between element. Physical distance usually correlates to metaphorical, or emotional distance.