Drawing Basics
What are the two basic types of lines in drawing?
"straight lines" and "curved lines"
What is polymer clay primarily used for?
Making small sculptures and jewelry
What technique involves layering colors to create depth?
Blending
What should you always do to your piece before applying glaze?
Clean it
What is the first stage of clay called?
Slip
What is the purpose of using shading in drawing?
To give the illusion of volume and depth
What material is often used for creating three-dimensional forms in art?
Paper Mache
Which surface is best for oil pastels?
Textured paper
What is the purpose of using a glaze?
To provide decorative finish and seal the surface
At what stage is clay most fragile?
Bisqueware or Greenware
What technique helps create the illusion of depth in a drawing?
Perspective
What is the main characteristic of polymer clay that makes it unique?
It can be baked to harden
What technique can be used to blend oil pastels effectively?
Using your fingers or a blending stump
What area should you avoid glazing, if possible?
The bottom
What is the first stage of clay, where it is workable and can be shaped?
Plastic Clay
Name one advantage of using pencil for drawing.
Allows for easy corrections and adjustments
What is plaster commonly used for in art?
Describe a common challenge artists face when using oil pastels
They can be difficult to erase and may smudge easily.
How many coats of glaze are typically recommended for even coverage?
Two to three coats
What is the term for clay that has completely dried out and can no longer be worked?
Bone dry
What are the two main types of pencils used for drawing?
Graphite and colored pencils
What is the process of layering strips of paper soaked in glue to create a sculpture called?
Paper Mache
What is one way to create texture with oil pastels?
Scraping or scratching
What tool is often used to apply glaze evenly on a sculpture?
A brush
What is the final stage of clay that has been glazed and fired?
Glazeware