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Balance refers to the distribution of visual weight in a design. It can be symmetrical, asymmetrical, or radial, ensuring that the composition feels stable. In art, balance helps to create a sense of harmony and structure, guiding the viewer's eye across the artwork.

Variety is the use of several elements of design to hold the viewer's attention and guide the viewer's eye through the artwork. It can provide contrast within unity, adding visual interest. In art, variety keeps the composition dynamic and engaging.

Pattern is the repetition of an element or elements in a design. Patterns can create visual texture and add depth to an artwork. In art, pattern repetition can be used to reinforce themes or create rhythm within the composition.

Emphasis involves drawing the viewer's attention to a particular area or element of the design, creating a focal point. This can be achieved through contrast, placement, size, or use of color. In art, emphasis guides the viewer's eye to the most important parts of the work.

Proportion refers to the relative size and scale of the various elements in a design. The relationship between objects, or parts of a whole, can affect how a composition is perceived. In art, proper proportion ensures a more natural and aesthetically pleasing experience.

Scale involves the size of an object in relation to another within the same artwork. Scale can be used to create depth, importance, or drama. In art, playing with scale can challenge the viewer's perceptions and create visual intrigue.

Movement refers to the path the viewer's eye takes through an artwork, often to a focal point. It can be directed through the use of lines, edges, shape, and color. In art, movement helps to create a narrative flow, directing the viewer through the visual story.

Repetition is the use of the same or similar elements throughout a design to unify the artwork. It can refer to the use of shape, color, texture, or pattern. In art, repetition can create a sense of cohesion and reinforce the design's theme.

Contrast is the difference in visual properties that makes an object distinguishable from other objects and the background. In art, contrast can be achieved through variations in color, light and dark, scale, and texture to draw attention and emphasize areas of interest.