Art Techniques: Mandala to Mosaic

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Kalamkari art?

  • The word 'Kalam' refers to a pen.
  • Red, black, blue, and yellow are commonly used colors.
  • It originated in the state of Rajasthan. (correct)
  • It uses non-toxic colors extracted from natural sources.

Mandala art can be found in various cultures and traditions.

True (A)

What is the primary technique used in dot painting?

Using small, distinct dots of color in patterns to create an image.

Illusion art is also known as ______ art.

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What is the name for the small pieces of material used in mosaic art?

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Match the art forms to their origin locations:

<p>Mandala art = Sanskrit (India) Kalamkari art = Andhra Pradesh and Telangana (India) Pichwai art = Nathdwara, Rajasthan (India) Kalighat painting = West Bengal (India)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Monochrome landscapes use a single base color with varying shades created by adding white or black paint.

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What is the significance of the word 'mandala' in Sanskrit?

<p>Circle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Mandala Art

A type of geometric art using repeated circular patterns.

Illusion Art

Art that creates optical illusions, tricking the viewer's eye.

Dot Painting

Painting technique using small distinct dots to create an image.

Mosaic Art

Decorating a surface with small pieces of colored materials called Tesserae.

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Monochrome Landscape

Art using one color mixed with black and white for shades.

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Kalighat Painting

Indian painting style featuring bold outlines and vibrant colors, depicting mythological scenes.

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Kalamkari

Art from Andhra Pradesh using natural dyes, derived from the word 'Kalam' meaning pen.

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Pichwai Art

Art from Nathdwara depicting religious and nature scenes, traditionally hung.

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Study Notes

Mandala Art

  • Mandala art uses repeated circular patterns to create designs
  • Has deep spiritual or cosmic meaning in many cultures
  • "Mandala" means "circle" in Sanskrit

Illusion Art (OP Art)

  • Also known as optical illusion art
  • Tricks the viewer's eye into seeing something not there
  • Used to describe paintings that create illusions of objects or scenes

Dot Painting (Pointillism)

  • A painting technique using small, distinct dots of color
  • Colors often include red, yellow, blue, green, and white
  • Helpful for increasing creativity, skill, focus, stress relief, patience, and attention to detail

Mosaic Art

  • Decoration of a surface using small, variously colored pieces of material ("tesserae")
  • Common materials include stone, glass, and ceramic
  • Used to create images with assembled pieces of colored glass or stone

Monochrome Landscape

  • Uses a single base color (e.g., tint or shade)
  • Changing the base color with white or black to create tints and shades
  • Commonly depicts nature scenes (e.g., countryside mountains, valleys, rivers, trees)

Kalighat Painting

  • Style of Indian paintings originating in the 19th century
  • Bold outlines, vibrant colors, and minimal backgrounds
  • Depicted mythological stories, Hindu deities, and everyday life

Kalamkari Painting

  • Originates from Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, India
  • "Kalam" means "pen" in the local language
  • Uses non-toxic colors extracted from natural sources (e.g., plants, herbs)

Pichwai Art

  • Originates from Nathdwara, Rajasthan, India
  • Around 400 years old
  • Sanskrit words "Pich" (back) and "Wai" (hanging)
  • Depicted on textiles, found in temples, and used in homes; often adorned with gold details and rich colors (e.g., red, green, yellow, white, and black)
  • Figures have large eyes, broad noses and heavy bodies; this art form has multiple borders with unique and intricate designs.

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