Art-101: Key Concepts in Artistic Techniques and Styles

What is perspective

A technique used to represent three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface.

What is depth of field

The distance between the nearest and farthest objects in a scene

What is a montage

A technique of combining various images or elements to create a new cohesive artwork.

What is a collage

different materials or images into a single artwork.

What is chiaroscuro

strong contrasts between light and dark to give the illusion of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects.

What is vanishing point

It is the point where parallel lines appear to converge in the distance, creating depth.

What is juxtaposition

The placement of two or more elements side by side to highlight their differences or create a new meaning.

What is high key and low key lighting?

High key lighting is bright and even, while low key lighting is characterized by strong contrasts and shadows.

What is impasto

A technique where paint is laid on the surface very thickly, often creating texture.

What is pre-visualization

To plan and visualize the final artwork before starting the actual creation process.

What is avant garde

Innovative or experimental art that pushes the boundaries of what is accepted as the norm.

What is De-constructivism

A movement in architecture and art that seeks to disrupt traditional forms and structures.

What is Realism

An artistic movement that aims to represent subjects as they are, without embellishment.

What is Impasto

A technique in painting where paint is laid on the surface very thickly.

What is Chiaroscuro

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark to give the illusion of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects.

What is Contrast

the difference in brightness between the light and dark areas of an image

what is One Point Linear Perspective

depth on a flat surface, where all lines converge at a single point on the horizon.

What is symmetry in art?

____ refers to a balanced and proportionate arrangement of elements in a composition.

What is a-symmetry

_____ refers to a lack of symmetry, creating a more dynamic and less predictable composition.

What is palette

A _____ is the range of colors used by an artist in a particular work or style.

What is saturation

____ refers to the intensity or purity of a color, with high saturation appearing vivid and low saturation appearing muted.

What is hue?

___ is the attribute of a color that allows it to be classified as red, blue, green, etc.

What is a silhouette?

A _____ is a dark shape or outline of an object against a lighter background.

What is a vanishing point?

A ______ is a point in perspective drawing where parallel lines appear to converge.

What is foreshortening.

______ is a technique used in perspective to depict an object or figure in a picture in depth.

What is forced perspective?

_________ is a technique that uses optical illusion to make objects appear larger or smaller than they are.

What is multipoint linear perspective?

Multipoint linear perspective involves multiple vanishing points to create a more complex spatial representation.

What is key-stoning

________ is a distortion that occurs when the camera is tilted, causing the image to appear wider at the top.

What is texture

______ refers to the perceived surface quality of a work of art, which can be visual or tactile.

What is abstract art?

______ is a style that does not attempt to represent an accurate depiction of visual reality.

What is value

______ refers to the lightness or darkness of a color, which helps to create depth and contrast.

What is scale

_______ refers to the size of an object in relation to other objects or to a standard reference.

What is pattern

______ is a repeated decorative design that can create visual interest and rhythm in a composition.

De-constructivism

A movement in architecture and design that challenges traditional forms and structures.

What is Photo Realism

A genre of art in which paintings are created to resemble high-resolution photographs.

What does High Key lighting refer to?

A lighting style that is bright and has minimal shadows.

What is Low Key lighting?

A lighting style that is darker and creates strong contrasts with shadows.

What is conceptualization

The process of developing ideas and framework for artwork.

What are Primary Colors (Painting)

Colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors: red, blue, and yellow. Paint? or Light?

What are Complimentary Colors?

Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel and enhance each other when used together.

What is Rembrandt Lighting?

A lighting technique that creates a triangle of light on the subject's cheek.

What is Expressionism in art?

An art movement that emphasizes emotional experience rather than physical reality.

What is Impressionism?

An art movement characterized by loose brushwork and an emphasis on light and its changing qualities.

What is Artvism

A form of activism that uses art as a means to promote social change.

What is Action Painting?

Impulsive type of painting. Aka: Jackson Pollock

What is Direct Light?

Light that comes directly from a source, creating strong highlights and shadows.

What is Direct Diffused Light?

Light that is partially scattered, resulting in softer shadows and highlights.

What is Fully Diffused Light?

Light that is completely scattered, creating an even illumination without harsh shadows.

What is Renaissance

A cultural movement in Europe from the 14th to the 17th century characterized by a revival of classical learning and wisdom. Photorealistic

What is Monochromatic and Polychromatic

______ uses variations of a single color, while _____ uses multiple colors.

What is Outline

To define shapes and forms, often used to create a clear boundary around objects.

What is Contoured line?

A line that follows the shape of an object, emphasizing its three-dimensional form.

What is Gender Identification

The representation of gender roles and identities through artistic expression.

What is spirituality

Through themes, symbols, and imagery that convey religious or transcendent experiences.

What is Motif

A recurring element, theme, or idea in a literary or artistic work that has symbolic significance.

What is Implied Line

a type of line that doesn't really exist, but depicted by hands, or perspective.