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What distinguishes fine arts from decorative arts?
What distinguishes fine arts from decorative arts?
- Decorative arts include only paintings and sculptures.
- Fine arts are functional, while decorative arts are not.
- Decorative arts only involve the use of textiles.
- Fine arts focus primarily on beauty and aesthetics. (correct)
Which of the following is a common technique used in printmaking?
Which of the following is a common technique used in printmaking?
- Etching (correct)
- Wood carving
- Welding
- Stained glass
What is the primary medium used in painting?
What is the primary medium used in painting?
- Wood
- Paint or pigment (correct)
- Glass
- Fiber
Which of the following best defines sculpture?
Which of the following best defines sculpture?
Which art form is primarily focused on personal adornments?
Which art form is primarily focused on personal adornments?
What characterizes decorative arts compared to fine arts?
What characterizes decorative arts compared to fine arts?
Which of the following is NOT considered a form of fine art?
Which of the following is NOT considered a form of fine art?
Which of these materials is commonly used in glassware creation?
Which of these materials is commonly used in glassware creation?
What is earthenware primarily made from?
What is earthenware primarily made from?
Which of the following best describes installation art?
Which of the following best describes installation art?
What distinguishes performance art from other forms of art?
What distinguishes performance art from other forms of art?
How is contemporary art defined in relation to traditional art forms?
How is contemporary art defined in relation to traditional art forms?
Which art form is characterized by three-dimensional elements projecting from a substrate?
Which art form is characterized by three-dimensional elements projecting from a substrate?
What is the main focus of conceptual art?
What is the main focus of conceptual art?
Which of the following best describes land art?
Which of the following best describes land art?
What role does furniture serve beyond its functional purpose?
What role does furniture serve beyond its functional purpose?
Flashcards
Fine Arts
Fine Arts
Art created primarily for aesthetic appeal, not practical use.
Drawing
Drawing
A visual art form using pencils, instruments, and marks on a 2D surface.
Painting
Painting
Applying paint, pigment, or color to a solid surface.
Sculpture
Sculpture
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Print
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Decorative Arts
Decorative Arts
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Textile Art
Textile Art
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Glassware
Glassware
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Earthenware
Earthenware
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Collage
Collage
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Performance Art
Performance Art
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Conceptual Art
Conceptual Art
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Land Art
Land Art
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Assemblage
Assemblage
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Installation
Installation
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Digital Art
Digital Art
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Study Notes
Fine Arts
- Primarily concerned with aesthetic appearance, not practical use
- Examples:
- Drawing: Using instruments/pencil on 2D surfaces
- Painting: Applying paint/pigments to a solid surface
- Sculpture: Creating 2D/3D forms (e.g., carving, casting)
- Printmaking: Multiple iterations via transfer processes (e.g., etching, lithography)
- Graphic Art: Visual expression (e.g., painting, drawing, photography) on flat surfaces
- Calligraphy: Decorative handwriting/lettering
- Architecture: Designing & building structures
Decorative Arts
- Both aesthetically pleasing and functional
- Examples:
- Textile Art: Creating items from various fibers (plant, animal, synthetic)
- Glassware: Glass objects (bowls, containers, ornaments)
- Jewelry: Personal ornaments (necklaces, rings, bracelets) using precious materials
- Furniture: Functional objects with design elements (symbolic/religious purposes)
- Earthenware: Pottery from clay, often glazed
- Metal Craft: Artistic designs in metal
- Interior Design: Designing room/building interiors
Contemporary Art Forms
- New/unusual art forms, not easily categorized
- Examples:
- Assemblage: 3D elements on a substrate
- Collage: Various materials on a backing
- Installation: Artwork in 3D interior space
- Performance Art: Actions by artists/participants, witnessed live/documented
- Digital Art: Computer-generated/scanned/drawn
- Land Art: Sculpting the landscape/using natural materials
- Conceptual Art: Concept of the work more important than the object itself
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