Terminology(1)

Question 1

Define Contrapposto:

Answer 1

The counter positioning of the human figure, a relaxed expression that creates angles with the body, mainly seen in sculptures or depictions of Aphrodite

Question 2

Define Chiaroscuro:

Answer 2

The use of unrealistic light and shadows to enhance perspective and focus the observers attention, minimal background visible

Question 3

Define Tenebrism:

Answer 3

Extreme darkening that completely eliminates the background, all you can focus on are the highlighted figures or depicted scene

Question 4

Define loose brushstroke:

Answer 4

Thick, meaningful brushstrokes that give a blurry effect, not detailed but loosely depicted

Question 5

Define Impasto:

Answer 5

Paint that is a thick paste is applied directly to a surface, creating a unique texture

Question 6

What are analogous colors?

Answer 6

Colors adjacent to each other on the color wheel, each containing the same hue (yellow-green, green, and blue-green)

Question 7

Define Horror Vacui:

Answer 7

The filling of the entire surface of a space or an artwork with detail