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What is Three Dimensional Art?
Art that has height, width, and depth. Pyramids are an example.
What are the two fundamental attributes of forms?
Volume and mass.
What is the definition of Media/Medium in art?
Type of materials used.
What are geometric forms?
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How are organic forms characterized?
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What is the Great Sphinx of Giza?
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What does the Great Pyramid of Khufu represent?
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What is the difference between a form in relief and a form in the round?
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What does volume refer to in art?
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What is an open volume?
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What does mass suggest in art?
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What is monumental scale in art?
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What is texture in art?
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What is subversive texture?
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What is a stele/stela?
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What does composition mean in art?
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What is implied texture?
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What is actual texture?
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What is the foreground in art?
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Study Notes
Three Dimensional Art
- Defined as having height, width, and depth; an example is pyramids.
- Incorporates four visual elements: form, volume, mass, and texture.
Form
- Distinguishes between flat shapes and three-dimensional forms.
- Attributes of forms:
- Volume: space occupied by the form.
- Mass: expression of solidity.
- Texture: tactile sensation and memory of touch.
Media/Medium
- Refers to the materials used in creating art.
Geometric Form
- Characterized by regular shapes that can be described mathematically.
- Common examples include cubes, spheres, cylinders, cones, and pyramids.
Organic Form
- Derived from living organisms, leading to irregular and unpredictable shapes.
- Used for expressive effects in art.
Great Sphinx of Giza
- Largest single-stone carving in the world, sculpted from living rock.
- Symbolizes power to transform surroundings.
- Named from Greek mythology rather than Egyptian origins.
Great Pyramid of Khufu
- Exemplifies the importance of geometric form.
- Initially covered in fine white limestone, demonstrating regulated design.
- Egyptian art followed strict rules known as a canon.
Form in Relief and in the Round
- Relief art projects from a flat surface, viewable from one side only.
- Forms in the round can be seen from all angles.
- Relief combines elements of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional art.
Stela with Supernatural Scene
- Created in bas-relief, displaying low relief carvings.
- Stela refers to an upright stone slab featuring inscriptions or pictorial designs.
Volume
- Indicates the amount of space occupied by an object.
- Architectural designs often enclose a volume for living or work purposes.
Open Volume
- Created when a space is enclosed with materials that are not fully solid.
Mass
- Represents solidity and spatial occupation.
- Our perception of mass comes from past experiences with objects and an understanding of natural forces.
- Suggests solidity without necessarily indicating heaviness.
Monumental Scale
- Refers to sizes that dwarf viewers, symbolizing the power of rulers, and often larger than life.
Texture
- Tactile sensation experienced through physical interaction with forms.
- Involves both visual impressions and imagined sensory experiences.
Subversive Texture
- Texture that contrasts with the object's expected feel, challenging viewers' preconceptions.
Stele/Stela
- An upright stone slab, often inscribed or decorated with relief carvings, organized in a flat plane.
Composition
- The overall design or organization of a work of art.
- A successful composition balances unity and variety to maintain viewer interest and provide structure.
Implied Texture
- A visual illusion of texture that cannot be physically felt.
Actual Texture
- Describes the real tactile quality of a surface that can be felt directly.
Foreground
- The part of a visual scene closest to the viewer, contributing to depth perception.
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Explore the intriguing world of three-dimensional art by understanding its key attributes such as form, volume, mass, and texture. Delve into the differences between geometric and organic forms, and discover iconic examples like the Great Sphinx of Giza and the Great Pyramid of Khufu. This quiz will enhance your knowledge of artistic concepts and mediums used in three-dimensional creations.
