East Asian Arts Quiz

The arrangement of visual elements in a painting or other artwork, it's how the elements of art and design like line, shape, color, value, texture, form, and space are organized to give the painting structure and convey the artist's intent.

A sense of stability achieved through the implied weight of objects in an artwork; it comes in three types: Symmetrical Balance: One image is mirrored on the other side   Asymmetrical Balance: Different types of elements create visual balance.   Radial Balance: Elements are distributed around a central point in all directions.

When one element of an artwork stands out more than others, creating a sense of importance and intentionally guiding the viewer's attention.

The visual flow of an artwork, the path that guides the viewer's eye through the piece.

A regular arrangement of repeated elements, usually increasing visual excitement by supplementing surface interest.

The expression or application of human creative skills and imagination, typically in a visual form like painting or sculpture.

A group of people who are related through shared interests, activities, or geographical location; it's a community that shares common values and norms.

When objects or elements are different from each other, creating visual interest and contrast.

The relationship between elements in a design, creating a harmonious balance when elements are proportionally related in size or quantity.

Repeating a single element multiple times in a design, creating a sense of rhythm or pattern.

A principle that suggests movement or action, often achieved through repeating lines, shapes, or colors.

Creating a sense of unity and wholeness by using similar elements in a composition and placing them harmoniously.

Adding visual interest by using contrasting elements within a composition, breaking up monotony and creating visual excitement.

A sense of sameness or belonging between elements within a composition, often achieved through repetition of color, texture, shape, or form.

The most basic form of Korean knot, used to connect other knots or finish a knot.

A Korean knot resembling a Japanese apricot flower, often used in baby clothes and traditional ornaments.

A Korean knot resembling a strawberry, known for its unique shape and intricate design.

The fundamental components or building blocks of a painting, including elements like color, tone, line, shape, and texture.

A type of roof with two or more sections that are inclined, often found in wealthy Chinese residences.

A roof style with curves rising at the corners, typically used for temples, palaces, and wealthy homes in China.

A form of traditional face painting in Peking Opera, using colors to represent different character types and personalities.

A paper folding art originating in Japan, dating back to the 17th century.

The color red in Peking Opera face painting signifies loyalty, integrity, and courage.

The color black in Peking Opera face painting symbolizes a serious, taciturn, and strong disposition.

The color white in Peking Opera face painting suggests a crafty and suspicious character.

Purple in Peking Opera face painting symbolizes solemnity, serenity, and justice.

Yellow in Peking Opera face painting represents intelligence, calculation, or bravery, depending on the character.

Blue in Peking Opera face painting signifies uprightness and stubbornness.

Korean masks, often used in ceremonies and performances, with religious origins.

Bright colors, such as black, red, and white, used in Korean masks to indicate age and race.

A half-red and half-white Korean mask, symbolizing a character with dual parentage.

A dark-faced Korean mask representing a character born from an adulterous mother.

Chinese calligraphy, a visual art form that expresses beauty through lines and dots, reflecting the writer's personality and depth.

The earliest known Chinese writing system, found engraved on animal bones and turtle shells.

Mythical inventor of Chinese writing, drawing inspiration from nature.

Curved roofs in East Asian architecture, believed to offer protection from the elements and ward off evil spirits.

Figures placed at the ends of East Asian buildings, often acting as roof guards.