Alexander’s photography teacher is offering verbal critiques to each student’s latest photograph. He walks around the room and comments on each photo, saying, “Nice job with the elements in this image. I appreciate how all of the elements feel like they belong; there is a sense of visual coherence.” What design principle is Alexander’s teacher commenting on?
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The design principle being commented on is unity. Unity refers to the coherence and connection between the elements in a design, making them appear to belong together and creating a cohesive overall composition. In this case, the teacher is expressing appreciation for how the elements in the photograph all work together harmoniously.