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Questions and Answers
Artworks that depict something easily recognized by most people are called non-representational arts.
Artworks that depict something easily recognized by most people are called non-representational arts.
False (B)
Non-representational art refers to works that have no resemblance to any real subject.
Non-representational art refers to works that have no resemblance to any real subject.
True (A)
The subject of an artwork can only be a person or an object.
The subject of an artwork can only be a person or an object.
False (B)
Painting, music, and dance are the only art forms that have a subject.
Painting, music, and dance are the only art forms that have a subject.
Objective arts can be identified by the easy recognition of their subjects.
Objective arts can be identified by the easy recognition of their subjects.
Study Notes
Art Forms and Subjects
- Every art form—painting, music, sculpture, architecture, and dance—has a foundational subject that informs the creation.
- The subject of art encompasses anything represented in the artwork, including people, objects, scenes, or events.
Types of Artworks
- Representational or objective arts feature subjects that are easily recognizable by the audience.
- Non-representational or non-objective arts lack resemblance to any real subject, focusing instead on forms, colors, and shapes without direct representation.
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Description
Test your understanding of the fundamental concepts of art, including the distinction between representational and non-representational forms. Discover how subjects in various art forms serve as the foundation for artistic creation. Dive into the essence of what defines artwork and how subjects can vary widely.
