Rhythm can be described as timed movement through space; an easy, connected path along which the eye follows a regular arrangement of motifs. The presence of rhythm creates predictability and order in a composition. Visual rhythm may be best understood by relating it to rhythm in sound. Rhythm depends largely upon the elements of pattern and movement to achieve its effects. | |
Visual rhythm can be created in a number of ways.
A regular rhythm occurs when the intervals between the elements, and often the elements themselves, are similar in size or length. | A flowing rhythm gives a sense of movement, and is often more organic in nature. | A progressive rhythm shows a sequence of forms through a progression of steps. |