Principles and Elements of Art
Which of the following is an element of art?
a) Balance
b) Line
c) Rhythm
d) Emphasis
b) Line
When analyzing an artwork, what should you consider about the use of color?
The emotions the colors might evoke and how they work together
What does it mean to compare artworks from the same cultural group?
Identifying similarities in their characteristics
Creating identical artworks
Using the same colors in all artworks
Ignoring the artworks’ differences
Identifying similarities in their characteristics
Which artist was a Post-Impressionist painter?
Pablo Picasso
Vincent Van Gogh
Leonardo Da Vinci
Georgia O’Keeffe
Vincent Van Gogh
The art element that talks about how something feels is ______.
texture
In a painting, if you use different shades of blue to show depth, you are using which element of art?
value
blue-violet, red-orange, yellow-green
What are TERTIARY colors?
an example of a visual arts medium
Why is it important to learn about different artists and their work?
To understand how art has evolved and to find inspiration
What is an example of a functional art form?
a) A painting that decorates a wall
b) A ceramic bowl used for eating
c) A song played on the radio
d) A dance performance
b) A ceramic bowl used for eating
What does the principle of emphasis in art help to do?
Direct the viewer’s attention to a focal point
An example of a neutral color is ___________.
brown, tan, beige, white, grey, black (any of these is correct)
What is the purpose of choosing appropriate media in visual arts?
To make the artwork look colorful
To enhance communication of ideas and experiences
To make the artwork larger
To save time while creating
To enhance communication of ideas and experiences
Making objects larger or smaller based on their distance
a way to show depth in a drawing
What is a non-functional art form?
a) A quilt used as a blanket
b) A sculpture created for display
c) A chair used for sitting
d) A plate used for serving food
b) A sculpture created for display
How can texture be represented in a drawing?
By creating patterns of lines and vary shading
A color scheme where colors are neighbors on the color wheel
What are ANALOGOUS colors?
How does a mixed media collage differ from a traditional painting?
A mixed media collage includes a variety of materials
What is an important consideration when preparing artwork for display?
a) Choosing a frame or mat that complements the artwork
b) Painting over mistakes
c) Using only one color
d) Making the artwork smaller
a) Choosing a frame or mat that complements the artwork
Why is it important to revise artwork when solving an artistic problem?
a) To make the artwork smaller
b) To choose the best solution for the problem
c) To avoid using new materials
d) To finish the artwork quickly
b) To choose the best solution for the problem
The area in, out, and around a work of art is called?
space
green, yellow-green, and yellow (an example of what?)
an ANALOGOUS color scheme
curator, conservator, educator, tour guide, archivist, security officer
museum professional roles