Unit 7: Design, Style, Harmony, and Unity

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How do the concepts of harmony and unity differ in floral design?

Harmony is the selection of parts to form composition. Each piece of the design must be "in tune" preconstruction. Unity: The state of being one. the whole is most important over individual parts. But harmony suggests the parts are more important than the whole.

Generally what 3 parts make up the design process?

Thinking, observing, and practicing

What are style, composition and design?

design: arrangement of parts, details, forms, colors and other elements that is a finished or completed artistic unit. Composition: complete arrangement. Style: unique, personal interpretation to a design

How do flowers, foliage containers, accessories, and placement relate to harmony and unity?

flowers must be chosen to blend together, be unified to a specific theme that you may be going for. The containers must harmonize with other parts of your design, such as the shape or color of containter. accessories must match the theme of your design, so that it be cohesive and fit together.

Name some man-made accessories and also some from nature

man-made: bows, ribbons, candles, signs, plush toys Natural: plant materials, berries, pinecones, weeds, feathers, bamboo, fruit

What is a mille de fleur design?

meaning "thousands of flowers". incorporates many flowers color and varieties into one composition, but somehow blends together.

What is the simplest way to achieve unity when using repetition?

repetition of the same color throughout a bouquet

What are some ways unity may be expressed?

using certain techniques that eliminate boredom. repeating colors but use different values and intensities. Repeat shapes, while using different sizes. including proximity repetition and transition.


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