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Chapter 9-11 Flashcards

1
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  • We generally define an empty three-dimensional form as a ____, while we generally define a solid form as a ___.

A

volume, mass

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_____ (forms that visually suggest nature or natural forces) create a very different effect than _____ based on cubes, spheres, and other simple volumes.

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Organic forms, geometric forms

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____ appear stable and unmoving.


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Static forms

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_____ imply movement.

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Dynamic forms

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______ actually move.


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Kinetic forms

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______ is one of the most useful. Uses parallel lines to define structural details. Useful to depict 3D form on a 2D surface.

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Orthographic projection

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the artist uses a flat backing as a base for three-dimensional forms.

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Relief

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is more three-dimensional.

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Three-quarter work

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can be viewed from all sides.

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Freestanding works

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is a large-scale outdoor installation.

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Earthwork

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artwork is designed for and installed in a particular place.

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Site-specific

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is a basic mark, such as a dot, a pebble, or a brushstroke.

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Point

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___ is one of the most versatile elements. Can create it through:

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Line

  1. A series of adjacent points

  2. A connection between points.
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refers to the line’s horizontal, vertical, or diagonal position.

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Orientation

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refers to the implied movement of a line.

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Direction

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a linear flow, can increase movement and accentuate form.


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Continuity

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can connect, define, or divide a design.

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Actual lines

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18
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are created through mental rather than physical connections.


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Implied lines

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is a three-dimensional form that has length and width but minimal thickness.

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Plane

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refers to an enclosed area of three-dimensional space.

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Volume

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or multifaceted volumes. Can create functional objects.

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Polyhedra

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is a solid three-dimensional form.

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Mass

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is the area within or around an area of substance.

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Space

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refers to the visual or tactile quality of a form.

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Texture

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25
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that is, variations in light and dark) are our primary means of perceiving space.

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Vaues

26
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encompasses an entire space or setting.

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Ambient Light

27
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is localized and focused, like a spotlight on a singer.

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Directed Light

28
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based on its wavelength. (a color/shade)

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Hue

29
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similarity, oneness, togetherness, or cohesion.

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Unity

30
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as difference.


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Variety

31
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is a unifying force created by the outer edge of a composition or by a boundary within a composition.

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Containment

32
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the distance between visual units

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Proximity

33
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fluid connection among compositional parts

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Continuity

34
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occurs when we use the same visual element or effect any number of times within a composition.

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Repetition

35
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in an attempt to make sense of the world, our minds tend to connect fragmentary information into completed forms.

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Closure

36
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is a three-dimensional grid

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Matrix

37
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the distribution of weight or force among visual units


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Balance

38
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forms are mirrored on either side of a central axis

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Symmetrical balance

39
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design elements extend out from a central point, like the spokes of a wheel.

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Radial symmetry

40
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creates equilibrium among visual elements that do not mirror each other on either side of an axis.

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Asymmetrical balance

41
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commonly refers to the size of a forms hen compared with human size.

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Scale

42
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refers to the relative size of visual elements within an image.

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Proportion

43
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Is created when two or more forces operate in opositon.


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Contrast

44
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is a compositional device used to create emphasis.

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Focal point

45
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or break from the norm, can emphasize an idea.

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Anomaly

46
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can be defined as the organization of these multiple elements or effects into a deliberate pattern.


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Rhythm

47
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is created when we fuse together two or more materials of differing strengths.

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Composite

48
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(or endoskeleton) provides the internal structure that mammals and fish require.

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Skeleton

49
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provides the structure that insects, crabs, and lobsters use.


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Exoskeleton

50
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to increase building height while reducing mass

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Flying buttress

51
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to create internal structure.

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Armature

52
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occurs when we push a material inward.

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Compression

53
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occurs when we pull a material outward


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Tension

54
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Direct pressure at one point causes a material to

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Bend

55
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is a twisting motion

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Torque

56
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can occur when we apply force to the opposite sides of a material

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Shear

57
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the artwork is created from separate parts that have been connected, usually using glues, joints, stitching, or wields.

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Additive sculpture

58
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is one additive method (____ is art that is made by assembling disparate elements – often everyday objects – scavenged by the artist or bought specially. Pablo Picasso.)

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Assemblage

59
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is an additive process that ceramics often use.

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Modeling

60
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the artist removes materials from a larger mass.

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Subtractive sculpture

61
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a liquid material is poured into a mold or extruded through a pipe and then allowed to harden.

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Solidification

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