Chapter 10

Question 1

Abstract Expressionism

Answer 1

In reference to Robert Motherwell’s work. An art movement that emerged after WWII. Emphasized spontaneous artistic self-expression, non-representational imagery, and distinct paint application. Most works were paintings.

Question 2

apartheid

Answer 2

Referring to South Africa and the artist William Kentridge. Apartheid is a system of laws and social standards that repressed the native population.

Question 3

Automatism

Answer 3

Associated with Surrealism. It incorporates the intuition, spontaneity and the accidental when creating artworks.

Question 4

caricatures

Answer 4

The exaggeration of natural features usually seen for comic or satirical effect.

Question 5

Dreamtime symbols

Answer 5

Symbols created by the Aboriginal culture.

Question 6

glyphs

Answer 6

A figure or character that has symbolic meaning and is most often carved in relief.

Question 7

photomontage

Answer 7

A composition of many photographs , or one using many prints to create a new image.

Question 8

status quo

Answer 8

Existing state of affairs, which appears natural or inevitable.