Elements of Art
a line whose 2 end points connect; 2 dimensional
What is a shape?
Asymmetrical, symmetrical, or radial
What is balance?
Opening in a wall or building; usually for a grand entrance
What is a portal?
You wouldn't find this style in the middle of a field, but the low ceilings and the linear construction of the Darwin Martin house mimic the area that this style is named for
What is Prairie style?
In the order of painting, your darkest/smallest areas should be done where?
What is last?
a path with 2 end points
What is a line?
Repeating of an object, symbol, line, or color throughout a piece of work
What is pattern?
The decorative semicircle or triangle above a doorway
What is a tympanum?
This style's large windows, open floor plans, and tile and wood interior allow breezes from the Italian sea to keep it cool
What is Mediterranean?
Ombre in painting is also called this - when you gradually go from dark to light adding more water to your paint
What is gradation?
Red, Blue, Yellow
What are primary colors?
When a composition has different forms or types of an object or element
What is Variety?
Roman god of doors, symbolizes new beginnings, endings, or transitions
Who is Janus?
You might find this style, characterized by large chimneys and dormer windows, while vacationing in Massachusetts
What is Cape Cod?
Smallest brush paints these
What are details?
The way something feels or the way it looks like it may feel
What is texture?
Guides the viewer's eye throughout a work; can be done through line, color,etc.
What is Movement?
This 2-word term represents the support for the rectangular shape of a door
What is post and lintel?
Egyptian + Miami pastels + 1930's Hollywood =
What is Art Deco?
A continuous line that can act as an outline
What is a contour?
What is a shade?
Feeling when all parts relate well to one another in regards to size
What is Proportion?
The decorative center stone on an archway
What is a voussoir?
Architectural styles characterized by large porches, colorful paint, and ornate details/carvings
What is Victorian?
The first step of painting
What is a wash?