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Mr. Parker
Elements and Principles of Design
Some Ideas About Composition and Design Elements, Principles, and Visual Effects
"Formal aspects of composition and design" from Goshen College Art Department
Elements and Principles of Design
Definitions and examples of each element, from Western Illinois University Department of Art
Elements and Principles of Design
Simple and well-organized list, from Kidspace Art
Design: Exploring the Elements & Principles
Description of design, originally intended for a 4H Project - very clear pamphlet from Iowa State University Extension
The Artist's Toolkit: Visual Elements and Principles
Interactive sige, allows you to "explore the tools that artists use--like line, color, and balance, to build works of art." Very cool!
Arthur Wesley Dow
Arthur Wesley Dow (1857 - 1922)
Biographical article from Ipswich Historical Society & Museums
Arthur Wesley Dow
Brief biographical article about Dow, highlights his influence on the teaching of art in the U.S.
Arthur Wesley Dow and American Arts & Crafts
Article from a 1999 exhibit of Dow's works, with some biographical info about his influence on art education and several artists
Arthur Wesley Dow in AskART
Quick facts, Biographical info, and links to references in various articles
Dow at Spanierman Gallery: Major Show for Minor Guy
Critical article from the New York Observer, Jan. 2000
Composition: A Series of Exercises in Art Structure for the Use of Students and Teachers
Searchable link to the contents of this book by Arthur Wesley Dow at Amazon.com