Fine Arts Flashcard Set #1

Line

The path of a point moving through space; may vary in length, width, and direction.

Shape vs. Form

Shape is 2D (e.g., square), Form is 3D (e.g., cube).

Texture

Can be actual (tactile) or visual (simulated).

Composition

The arrangement of elements in a work of art.

Balance

Symmetrical, approximate, or asymmetrical visual weight distribution.

Color Types

Local (true), Optical (light-affected), Arbitrary (emotional).

Perspective

Techniques used to create the illusion of depth on a flat surface.

Drawing

Uses media like pencil, charcoal, or ink.

Printmaking

Includes relief, intaglio, lithograph, and screen print.

Painting Components

Consists of pigments, binders, and solvents.

Sculpture Methods

Carving, modeling, casting, and construction.

Pitch

The highness or lowness of a sound.

Rhythm

Durations of sounds over time; includes beat and tempo.

Harmony

Combination of pitches played together.

Melody

A succession of pitches forming a coherent musical idea.

Motive

Smallest recognizable musical idea.

Phrase

A cohesive musical thought, often ending in a pause.

Theme

A complete melody made of phrases that is central to a composition.

Form Elements

Includes repetition, variation, and contrast.

“On the Trail” – Ferde Grofé

Part of the Grand Canyon Suite.

“Thunderstorm” – Beethoven

Movement from Symphony No. 6, “Pastoral”.

“Rain Tree” – Toru Takemitsu

Illustrates delicate sounds in nature.

“Flight of the Bumblebee” – Rimsky-Korsakov

Mimics a buzzing insect.

“Sumer Is Icumen In” – Anonymous

A medieval round celebrating spring.

“What a Wonderful World” – Thiele & Weiss

Celebrates Earth’s beauty.

“Global Warming” – Michael Abels

Modern reflection on climate change.

“Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)” – Marvin Gaye

Highlights environmental concerns.

“Big Yellow Taxi” – Joni Mitchell

Warns of environmental loss.