How did artists organize figures and motifs on a surface, to tell a story or convey a message

Atypical scale usually consists of one of pitches. 1. rhythm 2. octave 3. key 4. series

Visual rhythm indicates movement and suggests unity of form by the repetition of elements.

Which of the items listed below is not one of the principles that were highly revered in ancient greek culture -moderation -balance -self control -conservation