Art Finals Semester 1 Flashcards
What is the element concerned with light and dark
Value
What is the element with three dimensions
Form
What is the element that refers to the empty areas around an object
Space
The origin of this element is reflected light
Color
How it feels or looks like it feels makes this element touchy
Texture
What element has height and width and encloses an area
Shape
Movement in artwork created by repetition indicates
Rythm
A sense of action by leading the eye through the artwork is
Movement
Equalizing visual forces refers to
Balance
When artists speak of differences and variety it’s all about
Contrast
When all parts come together in a cohesive way it is
Unity
When one of the elements dominates an artwork the principle is
Emphasis
Describe the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical and radial balance
Symmetrical: formal, the same on both sides
Asymmetrical: informal, different on both sides
Radial: Picture seems to be emanating from center; can begin at Center
A composition that relies on one element predominantly and the other elements are subordinate, the principle is
Emphasis
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Calligraphy
Slow drawing, continuous line is_line
Contour