Mastering Proportion in Art: Enhance Your Compositions

Question 1

When drawing something, what is a common mistake people make with proportion?

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Not paying attention to how big things are compared to each other

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Drawing too much or too little detail

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Getting the perspective wrong

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Not thinking about the overall picture

Question 2

Name an artist who was known for using proportion in their artwork?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Rembrandt

Question 3

Which of these is NOT a technique for creating proportion in art?

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Drawing without considering the size or shape of objects

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Comparing the size of objects to each other

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Using a grid to divide the image into equal parts

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Using a ruler to measure and compare

Question 4

In art, how can artists make objects appear closer or farther away?

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Making the objects larger or smaller

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Using different colors for the objects

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Drawing the objects in different shapes

Question 5

Which technique can be used to make objects in the foreground of a drawing appear closer and larger than objects in the background?

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Use a larger scale for objects in the foreground.

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Use a darker color for objects in the background.

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Use a lighter color for objects in the foreground.

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Use a different type of line for objects in the background.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect the proportion of an object in artwork?

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Color

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Size

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Shape

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Distance from the viewer

Question 7

Which of these famous artists is known for their use of exaggerated proportion in their paintings?

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Georgia O'Keeffe

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 8

In drawing, what technique helps make things look further away?

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Making them smaller

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Drawing them close together

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Using dark colors

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Outlining them in black

Question 9

Why is using a grid helpful for drawing?

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It helps keep object sizes correct

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It makes the drawing process faster

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It looks nice in the drawing

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It helps draw straight lines

Question 10

In art, what does 'proportion' mean?

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How big or small things are compared to each other

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What colors and lines are used

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Where things are placed in the picture

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What materials are used

Question 11

Which tool can be used to measure proportions?

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A ruler

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A paintbrush

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A pencil

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A piece of paper

Question 12

How are proportion and perspective related in art?

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Proportion shows how big things are, while perspective shows how far away things are

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Perspective shows how big things are, while proportion shows how far away things are

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Proportion and perspective are not related

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Perspective is a type of proportion

Question 13

Which famous artist used exaggerated proportions in their paintings?

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Salvador Dalí

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 14

True or False: Proportion is only important in paintings that look real.

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False

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True

Question 15

What is proportion in art?

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The relationship between the sizes of different parts of an image

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The use of color to create contrast and balance

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The way in which light and shadow are used to create a sense of depth

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The arrangement of elements in an image to create a sense of movement

Question 16

What is the difference between scale and proportion?

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Scale refers to the overall size of an image, while proportion refers to the relationship between the sizes of different parts

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Proportion refers to the overall size of an image, while scale refers to the relationship between the sizes of different parts

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Scale and proportion are the same thing

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Scale refers to the use of color in an image, while proportion refers to the use of line

Question 17

What is the Golden Ratio, and how is it used in art?

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A mathematical formula that creates pleasing proportions in art

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A type of perspective that creates a sense of realism

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A color theory that creates harmonious color schemes

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A drawing technique that creates realistic figures

Question 18

Which of these is NOT a reason to use proportion in art?

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To use more paint

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To show depth

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To draw objects realistically

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To create a balanced image

Question 19

How can you make objects in a drawing appear far away?

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Make them smaller and space them further apart

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Use darker colors

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Add shadows

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Draw them with more detail

Question 20

What is the scale of a drawing that is one-fourth the size of the original object?

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1:4

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1:1

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1:2

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2:1

Question 21

What is the main purpose of using a grid when drawing?

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To ensure accurate proportions

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To create a sense of depth

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To make the drawing more interesting

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To add texture to the drawing

Question 22

What is the golden ratio in art?

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A ratio found in nature and art that is considered aesthetically pleasing

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A mathematical equation used to calculate the perfect proportions of a shape

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A rule that states that all objects in a drawing must be the same size

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A technique used to add shadows to a drawing

Question 23

What is a vanishing point in a drawing?

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The point where all parallel lines appear to meet

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The point where the horizon line meets the ground

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The point where the main subject of the drawing is located

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The point where the artist starts drawing

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a way to make things appear balanced and visually pleasing in art?

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Imagining it in your head

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Using a grid

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Using a scale

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Using a measuring tape

Question 25

What does the term 'proportion' mean in art?

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The relationship between the sizes of objects

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The distance between objects

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The brightness of colors

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The shape of objects

Question 26

What type of perspective makes objects appear smaller as they move away from you?

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One-point perspective

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Two-point perspective

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Three-point perspective

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Aerial perspective

Question 27

What is a grid used for in drawing?

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To help measure and maintain proportion

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To copy an image more easily

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To create a sense of depth

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To add texture to a drawing

Question 28

In art, what is the term for the relationship between the sizes of different parts of an artwork?

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Proportion

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Perspective

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Composition

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Balance

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT considered an element of proportion?

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Movement

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Scale

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Balance

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Harmony

Question 30

What is the main purpose of using proportion in art?

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To create a sense of order and harmony

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To make the artwork more realistic

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To express the artist's emotions

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To tell a story

Question 31

What is the ratio of the length of the base to the height of a triangle with a base of 6 inches and a height of 3 inches?

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2:1

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1:2

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3:2

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2:3

Question 32

How does scale differ from proportion in art?

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Scale refers to the overall size of an artwork, while proportion refers to the relationship between the sizes of different parts of an artwork.

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Proportion refers to the overall size of an artwork, while scale refers to the relationship between the sizes of different parts of an artwork.

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Scale and proportion are the same thing.

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Scale refers to the weight of an artwork, while proportion refers to the relationship between the sizes of different parts of an artwork.

Question 33

Why do artists use grids when creating proportional drawings?

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To make sure the sizes and spaces are correct

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To give the drawing depth and dimension

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To make the drawing look more interesting

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To make it easier to draw

Question 34

How are proportion and perspective different?

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Proportion is about size relationships, while perspective is about position in space

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Proportion is about shape, while perspective is about size

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Proportion and perspective are the same thing

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Perspective is about color, while proportion is about shape

Question 35

Why is proportion important for creating a balanced and harmonious artwork?

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It makes the artwork feel visually stable

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It makes the artwork look more real

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It adds interest and complexity

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It has no effect on balance and harmony

Question 36

Which of these artists is known for using exaggerated proportions in their work?

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Salvador Dalí

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

Question 37

What is the purpose of using a grid in art?

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To measure distances and create balance

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To create depth

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To add perspective

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To make the artwork realistic

Question 38

What is a grid in art?

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A network of lines that divide a surface into equal spaces

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A tool used to measure distances

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A technique used to create shadows

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A way to make an artwork more colorful

Question 39

Which of these famous artists is known for their use of proportion in their artwork?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Pablo Picasso

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Jackson Pollock

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Andy Warhol

Question 40

What is the special name for a rectangle that has a special proportion: about 1 to 1.618?

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A golden rectangle

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A square

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A standard rectangle

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A wide rectangle

Question 41

In a landscape painting, how can you create the illusion of depth using proportion?

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Making objects in the foreground larger than those in the background

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Using the same size for all objects

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Placing objects closer to the viewer

Question 42

What is the purpose of using a proportion wheel?

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To find the correct ratios for scaling objects in a drawing

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To draw perfect circles

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To mix colors

Question 43

Which of the following is an example of scale in art?

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The size of a figure relative to the size of the artwork

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The arrangement of elements in a composition

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The use of light and shadow

Question 44

What does perspective in art refer to?

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The illusion of depth and distance in a drawing or painting

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The arrangement of objects in a composition

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The use of patterns to create visual interest

Question 45

Which of the following is a benefit of using proportion in art?

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Creating visually pleasing and harmonious compositions

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Making artwork more abstract

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Saving time on the creative process

Question 46

What is the most important factor to consider when creating proportion in art?

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The overall visual effect

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The size of the artwork

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The subject matter of the artwork

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The type of medium used

Question 47

How can proportion be used to create a sense of movement in a painting?

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By varying the sizes and positions of objects

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By using bright colors

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By adding abstract elements

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By painting the background black