Cleveland Institute of Art: Glossary of Art Terms

ThriftyBowenite6049 avatar
ThriftyBowenite6049
·
·
Download

Start Quiz

Study Flashcards

10 Questions

What is the purpose of reviewing a student's work in class?

To provide feedback and improve the work

What does line quality refer to in drawing?

The sensitivity and control of line variation to express visual characteristics

What is the main purpose of linear perspective in drawing?

To create a sense of depth and three-dimensionality

What is the term for the repetition of an element or a motif in a work of art?

Rhythm

What is the term for the surface area of a drawing, painting, or print?

Picture Plane

What is the term for the space surrounding an object or between objects in a work of art?

Negative Space

What is the term for the characteristic of an image being formed by planes in relation to one another?

Planar

What is the term for the sensation of ordered movement implied by repetition and variation of visual elements in a work?

Rhythm

What is the term for the depiction of three-dimensional objects and spatial relationships on a two-dimensional plane?

Perspective

What is the term for the relationship between an object and the space surrounding it?

Figure/Ground

Test your knowledge of art terms and concepts, including aesthetics, balance, and more. Review the Cleveland Institute of Art's glossary and see how well you can define the basics of art and design.

Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards

Convert your notes into interactive study material.

Get started for free
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser