Graphic Design Chapters 11-15 Quiz

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What is Graphic Design?

Sculptural art that is freestanding

Process of working with words and pictures to enhance visual communication (correct)

Artistic technique of composing from letterforms

The science of designing and constructing buildings

What is Typography?

Art and technique of composing printed material from letterforms

What are Serifs?

Short lines with pointed ends at an angle to the main stroke

San Serif refers to an italic font.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are Logos?

An identifying mark or trademark based on letterforms combined with pictorial elements Signup and view all the answers

What is a Poster?

A concise visual announcement providing information through the integrated design of typography and pictorial imagery Signup and view all the answers

What are Motion Graphics?

Visual effects, live action, and animation used in a two-dimensional project that moves Signup and view all the answers

What is Sculpture?

A work in three dimensions, existing in height, breadth, and depth Signup and view all the answers

Freestanding sculptures are meant to be viewed from one side only.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is Relief sculpture?

A type of sculpture where the figures are raised from a background Signup and view all the answers

What is Kinetic Sculpture?

Sculpture that moves Signup and view all the answers

What is Mixed Media?

A variety of media in a single work, often representing cultural or symbolic meaning Signup and view all the answers

What is Installation art?

Transforms a space by bringing into it items of symbolic significance Signup and view all the answers

What are Earthworks?

Uses the land as part of the installation Signup and view all the answers

What is Interactive Design?

Designs that organize interactive information while keeping layouts attractive Signup and view all the answers

What is the Lost Wax process?

A mold only used once and destroyed to remove the hardened cast Signup and view all the answers

What is the Dry Masonry technique?

Piling stones atop one another Signup and view all the answers

What is a Colonnade?

A row of columns usually spanned or connected by beams Signup and view all the answers

What is Architecture?

Art and science of designing and constructing buildings for practical purposes Signup and view all the answers

_________ are traditionally made with a loom and off of loom.

Fiber Signup and view all the answers

What does 'High Relief' mean?

Much detail, high projection Signup and view all the answers

What is Glaze?

Liquid paint with a silica base specially formulated for clay Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Buttresses?

Right angles to outer walls bear the thrust Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of Tapestries?

Traditionally ways in which carefully ripped and dyed weft threads pulled through stable warps to create pictures Signup and view all the answers

What is Craft Media?

Associated with useful objects challenging the notion of function Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Carving' refer to in sculpture?

Subtractive process of taking away unwanted material Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Graphic Design

Involves enhancing visual communication through the collaboration of text and images.

Typography

Represents the art and technique of arranging letters and text in a visually appealing manner.

Serifs

Characterized by short lines at an angle to the main stroke of the letterforms.

Sans Serif

Refers to fonts without serifs, typically seen as more modern or cleaner.

Logos

Identifying marks combining letterforms and pictorial elements to signify brands or companies.

Posters

Serve as concise visual announcements to convey information via integrated typography and images.

Motion Graphics

Involve the integration of visual effects, live action, and animation within two-dimensional projects.

Sculpture

A three-dimensional art form that embodies height, breadth, and depth.

Freestanding Sculpture

Designed to be viewed from all angles, not anchored to a wall.

Relief Sculpture

A form of sculpture where elements project from a flat background.

Assembled Sculpture

Created by combining two or more objects to inspire new metaphorical interpretations.

Kinetic Sculpture

Art that incorporates movement as an integral feature.

Mixed Media

Artworks that utilize various materials, often representing cultural significance.

Installation Art

Transforms a space through the inclusion of symbolic items.

Site-Specific Art

Created for a particular location, enhancing the relationship between art and its environment.

Earthworks

Artistic installations that use natural land as part of the artwork.

Infopeel

A template showcasing moving shapes for sharing event details and performer imagery.

Interactive Designs

Organize interactive information while maintaining an engaging layout.

Low Relief

Features a slight projection where minimal material is removed.

High Relief

Characterized by significant detail and pronounced projection.

Modeling

Involves an additive approach to building structures with pliable materials like clay.

Armature

Provides a rigid inner support structure for softer materials.

Casting

A substitution process where one material is replaced with another.

Lost Wax Process

A technique where the mold is destroyed to retrieve a hardened cast.

Carving

Entails the subtractive removal of material to create a form.

Craft Media

Related to the production of functional objects, often challenging the boundaries of utility.

Ceramics

The meticulous art and science of crafting objects from clay.

Types of Clay

Earthware: porous material;
Stoneware: grayish-brown clay;
Porcelain: derived from decomposed granite.

Throwing

The process of shaping clay on a wheel that spins rapidly.

Slip

A mixture of clay and water used in various ceramic processes.

Glaze

A liquid paint with silica that is formulated for application on clay.

Glass

Related to ceramic glazes and includes stained glass, blown glass, and casting methods.

Metal

Utilized in crafting tools, armor, and ornamental vessels.

Wood

Valued for its aesthetic warmth and sustainability.

Fiber

Art made with weaving techniques, either on or off a loom.

Weaving

The process that interlaces fibers using a loom.

Warp Fibers

Vertical fibers placed on a loom, serving as the foundation for weaving.

Weft Fibers

Horizontal fibers that cross the warp at right angles during the weaving process.

Tapestries

Crafted using dyed threads interwoven to create imagery.

Quilting

Historically a women's craft, recontextualized by the feminist movement as a form of art.

Architecture

Combines art and science in designing buildings for both aesthetic and practical purposes.

Function

Refers to the intended use of a building.

Form

The visual appearance of a structure.

Structure

Relates to the physical stability of a building.

Dry Masonry

Construction method where stones are stacked without mortar.

Post and Beam

A structural technique where vertical posts support horizontal beams, distributing weight to the ground.

Colonnade

A series of columns typically interconnected with beams.

Round Arch

Supported by columns, with a keystone at the apex to stabilize the structure.

Vault

A curved ceiling or roof formed using arches; functions as a spatial support.

Groin Arch

Created by the intersection of two barrel vaults, forming a complex structure.

Arcade

A continuous row of arches that enhance architectural elegance.

Dome

A hemispherical structure built over a circular or polygonal base, distributing weight evenly.

Buttresses

External supports that counteract lateral forces on walls.

Trusses

Frameworks composed of triangles used for structural support in roofs or bridges.

Balloon Frame

Building method using thin wooden studs fastened with nails, minimizing material weight.

International Style

Architectural approach utilizing modern materials such as concrete, glass, and steel for a minimalist aesthetic.

Bauhaus

Focuses on non-load-bearing glass curtain walls, emphasizing transparency.

Art Deco Style

A design approach characterized by geometric shapes and vibrant decorative elements.

Art History

Unique as it preserves past works in the present context.

Paleolithic Art

Represents the earliest known period of human creativity during the Stone Age.

Pictographs

Images that are painted directly onto surfaces.

Petroglyphs

Art created by incising or scratching designs onto rock surfaces.

Neolithic Period

The era following the advent of agriculture, characterized by early civilization developments.

Ziggurats

Monumental structures resembling “sacred mountains,” built with sun-baked bricks and featuring a shrine.

Hierarchic Scale

Artistic principle indicating that size reflects the importance of depicted figures.

Notable Works

Heidi Cody's "American Alphabet" symbolizes contemporary takes on letters.
Frank Gehry's "Museum Bilbao" exemplifies innovative architecture.
Frank Lloyd Wright's "Falling Water" integrates structure into nature harmoniously.

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Test your knowledge on key terms and concepts in graphic design from chapters 11 to 15. This quiz covers essential vocabulary such as typography, serifs, and logos, enhancing your understanding of the visual communication process. Perfect for students and enthusiasts alike!