Elements of Art
A moving point on a surface that has length and can be straight, curved, thick, thin, or diagonal. It defines edges, outlines, and movement.
Line
Creating a clear focal point so viewers notice the most important information first.
Emphasis
Darkest value on an object.
Shadow
A line that defines the outermost edges, shape, and silhouette of an object.
Contour line
In *Monsters, Inc.* (2001), what is the little girl's nickname?
Boo
A flat, two-dimensional enclosed area with height and width. Can be geometric or organic.
Shape
Distributing visual weight evenly across a layout, using symmetrical or asymmetrical arrangements.
Balance
Brightest part of an object.
Highlight
A line that is not actually drawn but is suggested by the placement of objects, shapes, or marks. The viewer's eyes mentally connect the elements to see a line.
Implied
In *The Incredibles* (2004), what is the family's last name?
Parr
A three-dimensional object that has height, width, and depth. Sculptures have real form, while 2D art creates the illusion of form using shading and perspective.
Form
Reusing colors, shapes, or fonts to build consistency and create a sense of movement.
Rhythm/Repetition
Value in between shadow and highlight.
Midtone
A continuous, unbroken line that moves from one point to another without stopping.
Solid
This is the largest animal on Earth.
Blue whale
The relative lightness or darkness of a color or surface. It creates contrast, shadows, and the perception of light direction.
Value
Using opposing sizes, colors, or weights to make key elements stand out and improve readability.
Contrast
The dark area that an object creates when it blocks light from reaching a nearby surface.
Cast Shadow
A line that has breaks or gaps instead of continuing all the way through. The separate marks can still suggest one connected path.
Interrupted
Which artist is famous for painting The Starry Night?
Who is Vincent van Gogh?
The surface quality of an artwork.Physical or Implied
Texture
The area around, within, or between objects in a composition. It includes positive and negative. I am an element of art.
Space
The object or place where brightness comes from, such as the sun, a lamp, or a flashlight, that illuminates objects and creates highlights and shadows in a work of art.
Light Source
A line that communicates feelings, emotions, movement, or mood through its direction, shape, and quality.
Psychological
What drawing technique uses small dots to create value and texture?
Stippling