Teaching with images Principles of composition How do artists put the basic elements of art (such as line, shape, color, and texture) to work? This section introduces the principles of composition, or how artists use the basic elements to create balance, movement, and patterns. Balance, symmetry, and emphasis By Dr. Asa Simon Mittman ... Learn more Movement By Dr. Asa Simon Mittman ... Learn more Proportion and scale By Dr. Asa Simon Mittman ... Learn more Pattern, repetition and rhythm, variety and unity By Dr. Asa Simon Mittman ... Learn more