What is the function of repetition in a work of art?

What do artists do to keep your eyes moving all around a work of art? They use repetition.

Artists can repeat:

• color Example [Link to Image Not Available]
• lines Example [Link to Image Not Available]
• shapes Example

Usually, an artist will vary the kinds of colors, lines, and shapes a little while still making them similar enough to be familiar.

Repetition gives an artwork rhythm. Some artwork has a fast, busy rhythm. Other art works have a quieter rhythm.

Go on with Design and Pattern Study

Note to Teacher:   The picture used as the example of repetition of color was that entitled Head by Cezanne already used in the November Art Awareness session.

The picture used as the example of repetition of lines was that entitled The Tilled Field by Miro already used in the November Art Awareness session.