Kandinsky Vocab

Question 1

Abstract

Answer 1

non realistic representation of a subject

Question 2

stylized

Answer 2

the simplification form and details to create a more abstract depiction of the subject

Question 3

geometric shape

Answer 3

2D area enclosed by a line that can be proven mathematically

Question 4

organic shapes

Answer 4

2D area enclosed by a line that cannot be proven mathematically

Question 5

Composition

Answer 5

How the elements are arranged in unison with the principles of design, in
a work of art

Question 6

Bisque ware

Answer 6

a greenware piece of pottery that has been fired 1 time at a high temperature and is porous and unglazed

Question 7

Green ware

Answer 7

Bone dry state of clay when all the moisture is evaporated out of the clay before firing (MOST FRAGILE STATE)

Question 8

Leather Hard

Answer 8

moist but no longer pliable clay body

Question 9

Score

Answer 9

to make shallow cuts into the surface of the clay before painting with slip and joining to another piece of clay

Question 10

Slip

Answer 10

creamy mixture of clay and water used to fasten two pieces of clay after both pieces have been scored

Question 11

Glaze

Answer 11

coating of finely ground minerals that are fired to form a glassy coating on finished ceramics

Question 12

Vitrification

Answer 12

Fired clay that has been fused together completely, so that the pores between refractory particles are filled with glass and the body is impervious to water

Question 13

Slaking

Answer 13

the process of returning dry unfired clay to a slip by soaking in water

Question 14

Plasticity

Answer 14

how flexible moist clay is

Question 15

Burnishing

Answer 15

method of achieving a shine by rubbing clay or slip with smooth hard object

Question 16

Earthenware

Answer 16

low-fired ware, usually still porous after firing- must be sealed with vitreous glaze to be functional