Texture Key Terms Flashcards

Actual Texture

• Refers to the physical surface of artwork that can be both felt and seen.
• Enhances the realism of objects, contributing to their lifelike appearance.
• Creates visual interest and can evoke emotional responses from viewers.
• Textures like rough or slimy may induce feelings of unease; soft or shiny ones can create comfort and happiness.

Implied Texture

• Represents the illusion of texture that appears to exist but is actually flat and smooth.
• Artists create this texture to simulate the surface of objects in a two-dimensional format.
• Helps enhance realism in artwork by visually suggesting texture without tactile sensation.
• Although it looks textured, touching the surface would reveal its smoothness.

Subversive Texture

• A unique texture intentionally chosen by artists to challenge perceptions of the represented objects.
• Aims to provoke deeper thought or revisit initial impressions about the artwork.
• Often contrasts conventional textures assigned to the objects, prompting reevaluation by the viewer.

Impasto

• Involves the thick application of oil or acrylic paints, creating a prominent, tactile surface.
• This technique alters the viewer's experience, providing a more dynamic and engaging visual appeal.
• Highlights the physicality of artwork, distinguishing it from flatter styles through height and texture variation.

Explore key terms related to texture in art with these flashcards. Understand concepts such as actual texture and how it contributes to the emotional impact and realism of an artwork. This resource is ideal for art students looking to deepen their knowledge of texture.