Elements of Art

Define Line

A mark made by a pointed tool.

What is a geometric shape?

Man- made lines

Give examples of geometric lines

Vertical lines, horizontal lines, diagonal lines and cross hatch

Define an organic line

Curved and natural as seen in nature

Given examples of a organic line

Curved lines, perspective lines, spiral lines, and scribble

Define a variety line

Vary in thickness, length and texture

Give examples of variety lines

Thickness, length, movement and texture

What is 'hue'

the name of a color

What is value in colour theory

The lightness or darkness of a color

What is intensity

The brightness or dullness of a color

What is a complementary colour

Colours that look good side by side but not mixed together. E.g; Yellow and purple, green and red, orange and blue- across from eachother on the colour wheel

What is a analogous colour?

Colours that look good mixed together- side by side on the colour wheel

List 3 warm colours

red, orange and yellow

List 3 cool colours

green, blue and purple

Define Value

Light to dark and all the shades in-between. Value creates the illusion of dimension on a flat surface. It can also give the illusion of space to paintings and drawings.

Examples of value

Stippling, shading, cross hatching

Define shape

A closed line. Can be geometric or organic , shapes are flat and can express length and width

Examples of shape

Triangle, square or free formed

Define Space

Distance or area around shapes, between or within components of a piece, can also create the the illusion of depth and can be applied to composition

Example of Space

Positive and negative, opened or closed, deep or shallow and two dimensional

Define positive space

Refers to the main focus on the picture

Define Negative space

Refers to the background of a picture

Define texture

Refers to surface quality that can be seen or felt

Define implied texture

Illusion of physical texture, usually created by the repetition of the shape and line

Define form

Three dimensional geometrical figure as opposed to a shape

What are some techniques used in surrealism?

Metamorphosis, abstraction, enlarging and reducing proportions, simplification, dream-like images, unconscious mind, reversal of natural laws, transparency, unusual titles, change of function and the juxtaposition of different realities.

What are some examples of subject matter?

Souflagge, frottage and decalcomania

What are the 4 principles of design?

Rhythm, contrast, movement and balance.

Describe asymmetrical balance.

Can be created using the conventions of art, which work together to create visual weight.

Describe contrast

Where an element of art differs or is “opposite” to another of the same element. E.g; flat and textured

Describe rhythm

Created by repetition or pattern of various art elements

Describe movement

When the viewers focus is guided in composition. E.g; Guiding movement- guides our gaze towards a singular focal point or elsewhere

What are some facts about Australian surrealism

Bush was full of mythical characters, bizarre animals, vast landscapes, felt a strong sense of desolation and aliention.