Art 2 Vocabulary Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is composition?

The organization or arrangement of visual elements, such as lines, spaces, tones, and colors, in a work of art.

What is still life?

An arrangement of stationary objects that are subject matter for a work of art.

What is the picture plane?

The actual two-dimensional, flat surface on which a drawing is made.

What does variety refer to in art?

The differences or use of multiple elements in a composition. Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasis in art?

A principle of art by which the artist combines contrasting shapes, colors, or other elements to place greater attention on certain areas in a work of art. Signup and view all the answers

What is unity in design?

A principle of design that tends to pull everything together; it gives a sense of wholeness. Signup and view all the answers

What is a contour line?

A line or lines that surround and define the edges of an object or figures. Signup and view all the answers

What is an implied line?

A line that is suggested by a change in color or value. Signup and view all the answers

What does figure ground mean?

The relationship between images and background, where the figure refers to the dominant object of an artwork. Signup and view all the answers

What is a hard edge in art?

Crisp, clean edges achieved through the use of flat, even values or colors. Signup and view all the answers

What is a cast shadow?

The shadow cast by a form which is seen on a nearby surface. Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawing style?

A particular way of drawing or shading that defines the artist's own style or a specific period of time. Signup and view all the answers

What does overlapping mean in art?

Placing one object in front of another, to create depth in a work of art. Signup and view all the answers

What are working drawings?

(Preliminary sketches) the study drawings for a final work of art. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary for Art Studies

Composition: The arrangement of visual elements, including lines, spaces, tones, and colors, essential for creating a cohesive artwork.
Still Life: A specific genre featuring an arrangement of stationary objects, serving as the subject matter for artistic expression.
Picture Plane: The flat, two-dimensional surface on which drawings are created, acting as the boundary of visual space.
Variety: The use of diverse elements in a composition, contributing to visual interest and complexity.
Emphasis: An artistic principle that employs contrasting shapes and colors to draw attention to focal areas within a work.
Unity: A design principle that integrates various elements to create a sense of wholeness and cohesion in artwork.
Contour Line: Lines that outline and define the edges of objects or figures, essential for creating form and structure.
Implied Line: A line that is not physically present but suggested through changes in color or value, guiding the viewer’s eye.
Figure Ground: Describes the relationship between the main subject (figure) and the background (ground) in an artwork, affecting perception.
Hard Edge: Characterized by sharp, clean lines and transitions, often achieved with flat, uniform colors or values.
Cast Shadow: The shadow created by an object that appears on a nearby surface, contributing to the sense of depth and dimension.
Drawing Style: A distinctive method of drawing or shading that embodies an artist's individual approach or a historical art period.
Overlapping: A technique where one object is placed in front of another to create a visual sense of depth and layers in the artwork.
Working Drawings: Also known as preliminary sketches, these are initial study drawings leading towards a final piece of art.

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Test your knowledge of key vocabulary terms in Art 2 with these flashcards. Each card includes a word related to art and its definition, helping you enhance your understanding of artistic concepts and techniques.