The elements of art are the visual tools that the artist uses to create a composition. These are line, shape, color, value, form, texture, and space. The principles of art represent how the artist uses the elements of art to create an effect and to help convey the artist's intent.
Answer: Just like there are principles of design there are principles of art. Principle of design is basically just a different aspect of art
Explanation: Art has existed long before the age of design and it was popularized during the Renascence period. The concept of design didn't come long after and people who made designs basically used the same principles of art.