Emphasis
An emphasis is when an emphasized element initially attracts and encourages
the viewer to look closer.
The emphasis is considered the most stressed point in the composition
There can be more than one emphasis. Sometimes secondary points of
emphasis are present that have less value. These are called accents
Focal Point is known as the entrance point but can also be known as another
word for emphasis.
Ways to Achieve Emphasis
By Contrast
When one element differs from the others
By Isolation
The element, such as shape or form, is placed away from the other elements
By Location
Located at the end of the rhythm
By Convergence
When many lines converge to one point, the point becomes the emphasis
By Degree
When one element is enlarged to give it strength
Absence of
An artist may choose to not to have an emphasis
 Emphasis on Unity
 Emphasis on Variety