Asymmetrical Balance
With asymmetrical or informal balance, equilibrium is established with objects of
differing size, color, and tone. This approach is analogous to a seesaw whose fulcrum
is located in an off-center position. In this configuration, placing two children
of equal size on opposite ends of the seesaw will not lead to balance. More
weight must be added to one side in order to compensate for the new pivot
point. Asymmetrical, or informal, compositions are much more interesting to
design and compose, and can appear more visually interesting and dynamic.