ARTS Flashcards
origin of arts in Western and classical
europe
these are basic elements that are used by artists in creating art
elements of art
a mark made by a tool such as a brush, a pen o stick; a moving point
line
a flat enclosed area that has 2 dimensions, length and width
shape
one of the most dominant elements. it is created by light
color
degrees of lightness of darkness
value
the difference between values
value contrast
objects that are 3 dimensional, having length, width, and height
form
the feel of an actual surface
texture
used to create the illusion of depth
space
can be 2 dimensional, negative and or positive
space
the standards or rules 5o be observed by artist
principles of art
a distribution of visual weight
balance
arrangement of opposite elements
contrast
uses to make certain parts of an artwork stand out
emphasis
how the eye moves through the composition; leading the attention of the viewer from one aspect of the work to another
movement
repetition of specific elements such as a unit of form or shape
pattern
regular repetition of, or alternation in elements to create cohesiveness and interest
rhythm
visually pleasing agreement among the elements in a design
unity
Their paintings were found inside
the caves which may have been
their way of communicating with
each other. It may also be for
religious or ceremonial purposes.
prehistoric paintings
The purpose of ________ paintings
is to make the deceased afterlife
Place pleasant. With this in mind,
themes include journey to the underworld introducing the deceased to
the gods of the underworld by their
protective deities
Egyptian
Paintings during the _______ era were most
commonly found in vases, panels and tomb. It depicts natural figures with dynamic compositions. Most of the subjects were battle scenes, mythological figures, and everyday scenes. It reveals a grasp of linear
perspective and naturalist representation.
classical
method of painting water-based pigments on a freshly applied plaster usually on a wall surfaces. Colors are made with grind powder pigments in pure water, dry and set with a plaster to become a permanent part of the wall. Ideal for murals, durable and has a matte style.
fresco
developed to use by Greek ship builders, who used the hot wax to fill the cracks of the ship. Soon pigments (colors) was added and used to paint a wax hull.
encaustic