Terms that could be on the exam
a piece of art made by sticking various different materials such as photographs and pieces of paper or fabric on to a backing.
What is collage
a similar feature or aspect.
what is similarity
The most basic means of recording.
what is line
A three-dimensional object, exhibiting height, width, and depth.
what is volume
A shape or three-dimensional volume that has or gives the illusion of having weight.
what is mass
An organized whole is worth more than the sum of its parts.
what is gestalt theory
The way our brain creates objects in empty space of other objects.
what is closure
A two dimensional area confined by a actual line or implied line.
what is shape
A feeling of depth or three dimensions in a piece of art.
what is space
The different materials an art piece is made of.
what is medium
Stylistic features that are included within an art piece to help the artist communicate.
what is elements of art
The way objects create lines that are not there.
what is continuity
An element consisting of hues.
What is color
A measurable period when things happen.
what is time
detailed evaluation; review, comment on some problem, subject
what is critique
A work of art depicting inanimate objects.
what is still life
How close or far apart objects are.
A way something feels to the touch, or looks to the eye.
What is texture
change and movement
what is motion
The depiction of natural scenery in art.
what is landscape
living or occurring at the same time.
The way our eyes see objects created by the figures in the back round.
What is figure/ground
How light or dark a given color or hue can be.
what is value
The element of shape among the various elements that make up a work.
what is form
Natural shapes and forms.
what is organic