Famous Artists
Art Production
Elements & Principles
History
Criticism
100
I am a female artist from England who started the Op Art movement during the 1960's.
Who is Bridget Riley?
100
The artist sets up a few non-moving objects and draws them from direct observation. This is a great way to practice your drawing skills!
What is a Still-life?
100
Color neighbors on the color wheel
What is an Analogous Color Scheme?
100
Before artists had this machine, like a big oven, clay had to be fired in caves.
What is a Kiln?
100
The first step of a 4-step Art Criticism in which you describe exactly what you see in the artwork.
What is Description
200
This artist became famous by drawing cartoons in downtown subway stations.
Who is Keith Haring?
200
3 different clay handbuilding techniques.
What is Slab, Pinch, and Coil?
200
Element used to define the shape of a 3D artwork, like a sculpture.
What is Form?
200
A time when books were very rare and valuable, so artists would decorate the first letter of each chapter.
When are the Middle Ages?
200
Art critics thought this type of art was not impressive, it was just "tricks to fool the eye". However, the general public accepted and enjoyed this art style.
What is Op Art?
300
I made still-life paintings more interesting and expressive by using bright, fun colors!
Who is Henri Matisse?
300
To make art this way, an artist must carve an image into a plate, then transfer the image from one surface to another.
What is Printmaking?
300
Sculpture that is free-standing and can be viewed from all sides, as opposed to relief sculpture which can only be viewed from one side.
What is Sculpture-in-the-Round?
300
This ancient society created relief sculptures in their tombs and temples to last throughout a long after-life.
Who are the Egyptians?
400
I was the first Artist to use Perspective in drawings and architecture.
What is Brunelleschi?
400
Artists draw these small sketches as a way to plan and practice before drawing on their final paper.
What are Thumbnail Sketches?
400
Color opposites on the color wheel. Sports teams use these colors because they compliment each other, or make each other look brighter.
What are Complimentary Colors?
400
During the Renaissance (1400s), artist Brunelleschi invented this technique for making 2D artwork appear to have Space and Depth.
What is Perspective?
500
I am a famous Pop Artist from the 1960's, and I happen to displaying some of my "Campbell's Soup Cans" at the High Museum in Atlanta now!
Who is Andy Warhol?
500
A type of artmaking in which the artist carves away or adds on to the surface of the piece. This type of art is meant to be viewed from only one side.
What is Relief Sculpture?
500
Op Artists used these principles to create optical illusions, or make their artwork seem like it's moving.
What is Rhythm, Repetition, and Movement?
500
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!!! Art movement that uses small dots or brushstrokes of color right next to each other to allow your eyes to blend the colors from far away. This art movement inspired the Op Artists to experiment with optical illusions in art.
What is Impressionism?
500
The 4 steps of Art Criticism in order.
What is Description, Analysis, Interpretation, Evaluation/Judgment?