How is "MOVEMENT" created in ART?

Movement is a principle of design that helps guide the viewer eyes around a work of art.   When  describing how movement is created in a work of art we often talk about rhythm, repetition, and pattern because all of these principles of design help create movement.  

One "stellar" example of a painting that has a lot of movement is Van Gogh's, Starry Night.  Take a look at the painting. How is visual movement created?

All of these works of art have movement.  Take a look and decide how repeating visual elements create rhythm and pattern which ultimately creates movement.

I have been reading a lot about movement in art and have found some great blogs that describe the principle. If you want to learn more about movement. rhythm and pattern in art check out the following blogs:

About Rhythm, by Stephen Bradley

Design in Art, Sophia

Relay for Life!!

What an awesome event!! 

Thanks to all the teachers and students that came out and participated in the event!  Branford "Hornets for Health" team had a very busy tent with face painters, hair braiders, & henna painters!