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Which source of subject in art primarily involves the depiction of real events?
Which source of subject in art primarily involves the depiction of real events?
Which way of presenting art emphasizes the artist's attempt to portray subjects as they exist in reality?
Which way of presenting art emphasizes the artist's attempt to portray subjects as they exist in reality?
What is a characteristic of the technique known as 'elongation' in abstraction?
What is a characteristic of the technique known as 'elongation' in abstraction?
Which source of subject in art is inherently linked to sacred texts?
Which source of subject in art is inherently linked to sacred texts?
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Which abstraction technique involves showing subjects as cut or mutilated?
Which abstraction technique involves showing subjects as cut or mutilated?
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Dadaism primarily aims to challenge which aspect of society?
Dadaism primarily aims to challenge which aspect of society?
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Which of the following is NOT a source of subject in art?
Which of the following is NOT a source of subject in art?
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What quality does symbolism add to artwork?
What quality does symbolism add to artwork?
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Study Notes
Sources of Subject Matter
- Nature is the most popular source for objective art.
- People are frequently portrayed as subjects, whether real or imagined.
- History depicts verifiable events from the past.
- Legends offer tangible representations of unverified stories.
- Religion is based on sacred texts.
- Mythology draws inspiration from stories about gods and goddesses from various cultures, including Ancient Greece, Rome, Celts, Norse, and Egyptians.
- Dreams and Fantasies explore the unconscious mind, inspiring artists to present these concepts visually for others to interpret.
- Technology is also a source of subject matter, such as tall buildings and machinery.
Ways of Presenting Subject Matter
- Naturalism depicts Greek deities in idealized human form.
- Realism aims to portray subjects as realistically as possible.
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Abstraction simplifies or reorganizes characteristics and elements to express the artist’s vision.
- Distortion alters the proportions of figures significantly.
- Elongation stretches a subject vertically or lengthens parts to create a sense of thinness.
- Mangling presents subjects as cut, lacerated, mutilated, or hacked.
- ** Cubism** utilizes figures to portray its themes.
- Symbolism adds a mysterious quality to artwork, inviting viewers to uncover hidden meanings.
- Fauvism focuses on creating art that evokes feelings of comfort, joy, and pleasure, rather than exploring ethical or philosophical concepts.
- Dadaism is a revolt against tradition, seeking to expose societal ills. It is often characterized by the use of "hobby horses" and unconventional techniques.
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Explore the various sources of subject matter in art including nature, history, and mythology. Learn about different ways that artists present these subjects such as naturalism, realism, and abstraction. Understand how these elements influence artistic expression.
