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Composition

Arrangement of elements within a work.

The arrangement or organization of elements within a work, such as visual art, music, literature, or scientific writing.

Etymology

From French composition, from Latin compositio, from componere 'to put together'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Composition is like arranging toys to make a cool scene - it's how things are put together in art, music, or writing to create a whole.

Fun Facts

Ancient Greek artists studied composition extensively
The 'rule of thirds' is a common compositional guideline
Renaissance painters used mathematical ratios in their compositions

FAQ

What is composition? It's the arrangement of elements in a work
How does it affect art? Good composition guides the viewer's eye and creates visual interest

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

art structure organization

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

sonata symphony collage essay

Meronyms — Parts or Components

elements parts sections

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

artwork writing music

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