RhythRhythmm Rhythm is defined as continuous, Rhythm is defined as continuous,

recurrent, or organized movement. recurrent, or organized movement. Uses the Elements of Design to leading Uses the Elements of Design to leading

the eye from one point to another the eye from one point to another

Where do you see Where do you see rhythm?rhythm?

Rhythm by RepetitionRhythm by Repetition•Can be achieved

through…Repeating/

duplicating or alternating lines, shape and form, colors, textures, or patterns.

RepetitionRepetition

Simple Simple A A A A A A A A patternpattern

Posts in a stairway Posts in a stairway railingrailing

AlternatingAlternating ABABABABABAB

CheckerboardCheckerboardComplexComplex ABCABC ABCABC

Decorative throw Decorative throw pillows.pillows.

Rhythm by Gradation…Rhythm by Gradation…When objects gradually increase or decrease

in size or color.Example: Tables, Hat boxes, tupperware,

canisters

Rhythm By GradationRhythm By Gradation

Paint on wall Paint on wall changes changes gradually in gradually in value.value.

Rhythm by Radiation…Rhythm by Radiation…oCreated by objects radiating or move

outward from a central axis point.oExamples:

Petals of a daisy, Chairs around a table, tie back curtainsCircular objects such as plates, bowls, light fixtures, textile patterns, hanging plants and chandeliers

Rhythm By RadiationRhythm By Radiation Tall Grasses Tall Grasses

“radiate” from “radiate” from the center of the the center of the vase on this vase on this bathroom vanity.bathroom vanity.

Rhythm by Rhythm by Opposition…Opposition…Abrupt change in line or colorCreated by lines meeting at right angles

Square corners of a doorwaySofa back that curves into the arms

Contrasting colors and objectsBlack vs. white, complementary colorsOrnate objects placed in quiet backgroundsOld versus newRound forms next to square ones

Rhythm by Transition…Rhythm by Transition…Created by curved lines that carry your eye

from one point or area to the nextArched draperies, arched doorways, sofa

back

What Type of What Type of Rhythm?Rhythm?

Repetition?Repetition?Gradation?Gradation?Radiation?Radiation?Opposition?Opposition?Transition?Transition?

Rhythm AssignmentsRhythm Assignments

Rhythm Room Rhythm Room Design a room that Design a room that includes all 5 types of rhythm in a includes all 5 types of rhythm in a PLEASING design. Explain where each PLEASING design. Explain where each type is found. Professionally mount this type is found. Professionally mount this room sketch.room sketch.

Rhythm Tear sheet Rhythm Tear sheet Find a picture that Find a picture that represents at least one of the 5 types of represents at least one of the 5 types of rhythm. Explain which element(s) of rhythm. Explain which element(s) of design is being used to create the rhythm. design is being used to create the rhythm. Professionally mount the tear sheet. Professionally mount the tear sheet.