Escher background
Where was Escher born
Netherlands
What is the style of art we are creating in class?
tessellation
designs that repeat without overlapping or leaving gaps
tessellations
Escher was studying architecture before swithing career paths to what
graphic arts
What is one style of art Escher was known for creating?
Begins with T
tessellation
materials used to create art
medium
Escher was inspired by what kind of artwork at the Palace in Spain?
Islamic tilework
What is a second style of art Escher was known for creating?
Begins with I
impossible images
visual art based on the use of line and tone rather than 3-dimensional work or the use of color
graphic arts
What was the name of the palace in Spain he visited?
Alhambra Palace
What is a third style of art Escher is known for creating?
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metamorphosis designs
one of the types of printmaking Escher made
begins with L
lithography
What is M.C. Eschers given name?
Maurits Cornelis Escher
What medium is Escher known for using most often?
printmaking
the other type of printmaking Escher made
begins with W
woodcut