Vocabulary:
(Special thanks to Katie Downing, Jordan Raby, Miranda Peters, Tori Hallmark and Colin Aguilar)
* Refer to artlex.com for definitions.
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Elements of Art:
Principles of Design:
General Art Terms:
Landscape
1. all the visible features of an area of countryside or land, often considered in terms of their aesthetic appeal. 2. a rectangular page orientation in which the width, or horizontal dimension, is larger than the height, or vertical dimension, as is common in landscape art. |
Calude Lorrain, Landscape With Cattle and Peasants (1629).
https://libroediting.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/1-pages.png
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Opacity - the degree to which a substance is opaque, or the degree of lightness or darkness of an image
Portrait
1. A record of the likeliness of humans or animals that are alive or have been alive 2. a rectangular page orientation in which the height, or vertical dimension, is larger than the width, or horizontal dimension, as is common in portraits. |
Sandro Botticelli, Portrait of a Young Man 1482
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New Words 03Mar2014:
metaphor
simile
rule of thirds
Elements of Art:
Line- referring to a continuous mark, made on a surface, by a moving point.
Shape- an enclosed space that can be both geometric and organic.
Form- three dimensional figures, or figures with the illusion of being three dimensional.
Space-space refers to distances or areas around, between or within components of a piece.
Color- the element of art that is produced when light, striking an object, is reflected back to the eye.
Texture- used to describe either the way a three-dimensional work actually feels when touched, or the visual "feel" of a two-dimensional work.
Principles of Design:
Balance-refers to the ways in which the elements (lines, shapes, colors, textures, etc.) of a piece are arranged
Emphasis- when the artist makes part of the work stand out, in order to draw the viewer's eye there first.
Movement-shows actions, or alternatively, the path the viewer's eye follows throughout an artwork
Pattern- the repetition of an element (or elements) in a work.
Repetition- created when objects, shapes, space, light, direction, lines etc. are repeated in artwork
Proportion-describes the size, location or amount of one element to another (or to the whole) in a work.
Rhythm- Movement or variation characterized by the regular recurrence or alternation of different quantities or conditions
Variety-quality or state of having different forms or types, notable use of contrast, emphasis, difference in size and color
Unity-occurs when all of the elements of a piece combine to make a balanced, harmonious, complete whole.
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Allusion - a reference to something political, literary or other material.
Asymmetrical- not identical on both sides of a center line
Abstract art-art that does not attempt to represent external, recognizable reality but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, forms, colors, and textures.
Background- the area or scenery behind the main object of contemplation, esp. when perceived as a framework for it.
Complimentary- combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another
Complimentary colors- colors directly opposite each other in the color spectrum, such as red and green or blue and orange, that when combined in the right proportions, produce white light.
Composition- the nature of something's ingredients or constituents; the way in which a whole or mixture is made up.
Context- the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed.
Contrast- the state of being strikingly different from something else, typically something in juxtaposition or close association.
Derivative- (typically of an artist or work of art) imitative of the work of another person, and usually disapproved of for that reason.
Drama- an exciting, emotional, or unexpected series of events or set of circumstances
Fade- gradually grow faint and disappear.
Feeling- an emotional state or reaction.
Font- is a particular size, weight and style of a typeface.
Foreground- the part of a view that is nearest to the observer, esp. in a picture or photograph.
Homage- is a show or demonstration of respect or dedication to someone or something.
Hue - the name of the color, such as red, green, blue, etc.
Iconic- Of, relating to, or having the character of an icon.
Illusion- something that deceives by producing a false or misleading impression of reality.
Image- a representation of the external form of a person or thing in art.
Imagery- the formation of mental images, figures, or likenesses of things, or of such images collectively
Juxtaposition- the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Landscape: 1. all the visible features of an area of countryside or land, often considered in terms of their aesthetic appeal.
2. a rectangular page orientation in which the width, or horizontal dimension, is larger than the height, or vertical dimension, as is common in landscape art. (wikipedia.org)
Line- a long, narrow mark or band.
Literal- taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or allegory.
Minimalist: Art that is interested in extreme simplification
Montage: A representation of images that create the illusion that the larger image seem as if they belong together in order to bring in interest or meaning to the image.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/montage
Mood: the state of mind or feelings that a piece of art represents.
Mosaic: A decorative design created by multiple different pieces of colored glass, stone, or tile.
Original: Being one's own, being unique in nature.
Parody: A humorous or satirical interpretation of another image or thought.
Pop Art: Art that uses imagery, styles, or themes that encompass modern pop culture. Often times uses a plethora of bright colors.
Portrait: 1. A record of the likeliness of humans or animals that are alive or have been alive
http://arthistory.about.com/od/glossary_p/a/p-portrait-portraiture.htm
2. a rectangular page orientation in which the height, or vertical dimension, is larger than the width, or horizontal dimension, as is common in portraits.
Realistic: An attempt to represent the subject matter realistically, or true to how it is presented in nature.
Satire: The use of irony and sarcasm within a work of art in order to represent a view point of society or an object.
Shape: An enclosed space, the boundaries which enclose the work of art.
http://arthistory.about.com/cs/glossaries/g/s_shape.htm
Self-Portrait: A portrait of the artist, done by the artist.
Serif: One of the short lines near the top and bottom of the long parts of some letters.
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serif
Surreal: A 20th century artistic movement that attempts to express the workings of the subconscious and is characterized by fantastic imagery and juxtaposition of subject matter.
http://arthistory.about.com/od/modernarthistory/a/Surrealism-Art-History-101-Basics.htm
Symbolism: Representative art/ having art represent something larger than itself
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/symbolism
Tension: A balanced maintained in an artistic work between opposing forces or elements.
http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/587516/tension
Zeitgeist - the general beliefs, ideas, and spirit of a time and place.
Elements of Art:
line
shape
form
space
color
texture
Principles of Design:
balance
emphasis
movement
pattern
repetition
proportion
rhythm
variety
unity
asymmetrical
abstract art
background
complimentary
complimentary colors
composition
context
contrast
derivative
drama
fade
feeling
font
foreground
homage
iconic
image
imagery
juxtaposition
landscape
line
literal
minimalist
montage
mood
mosaic
original
parody
pop art
portrait
realistic
satire
shape
self-portrait
serif
surreal
symbolism
tension
To Do:
self-referential (1/29/15)
Leedle
metaphor
simile
rule of thirds
Elements of Art:
Line- referring to a continuous mark, made on a surface, by a moving point.
Shape- an enclosed space that can be both geometric and organic.
Form- three dimensional figures, or figures with the illusion of being three dimensional.
Space-space refers to distances or areas around, between or within components of a piece.
Color- the element of art that is produced when light, striking an object, is reflected back to the eye.
Texture- used to describe either the way a three-dimensional work actually feels when touched, or the visual "feel" of a two-dimensional work.
Principles of Design:
Balance-refers to the ways in which the elements (lines, shapes, colors, textures, etc.) of a piece are arranged
Emphasis- when the artist makes part of the work stand out, in order to draw the viewer's eye there first.
Movement-shows actions, or alternatively, the path the viewer's eye follows throughout an artwork
Pattern- the repetition of an element (or elements) in a work.
Repetition- created when objects, shapes, space, light, direction, lines etc. are repeated in artwork
Proportion-describes the size, location or amount of one element to another (or to the whole) in a work.
Rhythm- Movement or variation characterized by the regular recurrence or alternation of different quantities or conditions
Variety-quality or state of having different forms or types, notable use of contrast, emphasis, difference in size and color
Unity-occurs when all of the elements of a piece combine to make a balanced, harmonious, complete whole.
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Allusion - a reference to something political, literary or other material.
Asymmetrical- not identical on both sides of a center line
Abstract art-art that does not attempt to represent external, recognizable reality but seeks to achieve its effect using shapes, forms, colors, and textures.
Background- the area or scenery behind the main object of contemplation, esp. when perceived as a framework for it.
Complimentary- combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another
Complimentary colors- colors directly opposite each other in the color spectrum, such as red and green or blue and orange, that when combined in the right proportions, produce white light.
Composition- the nature of something's ingredients or constituents; the way in which a whole or mixture is made up.
Context- the circumstances that form the setting for an event, statement, or idea, and in terms of which it can be fully understood and assessed.
Contrast- the state of being strikingly different from something else, typically something in juxtaposition or close association.
Derivative- (typically of an artist or work of art) imitative of the work of another person, and usually disapproved of for that reason.
Drama- an exciting, emotional, or unexpected series of events or set of circumstances
Fade- gradually grow faint and disappear.
Feeling- an emotional state or reaction.
Font- is a particular size, weight and style of a typeface.
Foreground- the part of a view that is nearest to the observer, esp. in a picture or photograph.
Homage- is a show or demonstration of respect or dedication to someone or something.
Hue - the name of the color, such as red, green, blue, etc.
Iconic- Of, relating to, or having the character of an icon.
Illusion- something that deceives by producing a false or misleading impression of reality.
Image- a representation of the external form of a person or thing in art.
Imagery- the formation of mental images, figures, or likenesses of things, or of such images collectively
Juxtaposition- the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Landscape: 1. all the visible features of an area of countryside or land, often considered in terms of their aesthetic appeal.
2. a rectangular page orientation in which the width, or horizontal dimension, is larger than the height, or vertical dimension, as is common in landscape art. (wikipedia.org)
Line- a long, narrow mark or band.
Literal- taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or allegory.
Minimalist: Art that is interested in extreme simplification
Montage: A representation of images that create the illusion that the larger image seem as if they belong together in order to bring in interest or meaning to the image.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/montage
Mood: the state of mind or feelings that a piece of art represents.
Mosaic: A decorative design created by multiple different pieces of colored glass, stone, or tile.
Original: Being one's own, being unique in nature.
Parody: A humorous or satirical interpretation of another image or thought.
Pop Art: Art that uses imagery, styles, or themes that encompass modern pop culture. Often times uses a plethora of bright colors.
Portrait: 1. A record of the likeliness of humans or animals that are alive or have been alive
http://arthistory.about.com/od/glossary_p/a/p-portrait-portraiture.htm
2. a rectangular page orientation in which the height, or vertical dimension, is larger than the width, or horizontal dimension, as is common in portraits.
Realistic: An attempt to represent the subject matter realistically, or true to how it is presented in nature.
Satire: The use of irony and sarcasm within a work of art in order to represent a view point of society or an object.
Shape: An enclosed space, the boundaries which enclose the work of art.
http://arthistory.about.com/cs/glossaries/g/s_shape.htm
Self-Portrait: A portrait of the artist, done by the artist.
Serif: One of the short lines near the top and bottom of the long parts of some letters.
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/serif
Surreal: A 20th century artistic movement that attempts to express the workings of the subconscious and is characterized by fantastic imagery and juxtaposition of subject matter.
http://arthistory.about.com/od/modernarthistory/a/Surrealism-Art-History-101-Basics.htm
Symbolism: Representative art/ having art represent something larger than itself
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/symbolism
Tension: A balanced maintained in an artistic work between opposing forces or elements.
http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/587516/tension
Zeitgeist - the general beliefs, ideas, and spirit of a time and place.
Elements of Art:
line
shape
form
space
color
texture
Principles of Design:
balance
emphasis
movement
pattern
repetition
proportion
rhythm
variety
unity
asymmetrical
abstract art
background
complimentary
complimentary colors
composition
context
contrast
derivative
drama
fade
feeling
font
foreground
homage
iconic
image
imagery
juxtaposition
landscape
line
literal
minimalist
montage
mood
mosaic
original
parody
pop art
portrait
realistic
satire
shape
self-portrait
serif
surreal
symbolism
tension
To Do:
self-referential (1/29/15)
Leedle