Across
- 2. : The communication of ideas, emotions, beliefs, or experiences through art.
- 6. : A container designed to hold and honor sacred relics or remains.
- 8. : A hemispherical architectural structure used as a roof or ceiling.
- 10. : An image, object, or element that represents an idea beyond its literal meaning.
- 11. : An artistic approach that attempts to depict subjects in a truthful or lifelike manner.
- 12. : An element of art produced by the way light is reflected or absorbed.
- 15. : A material whose rarity, durability, or value can contribute to the meaning of an artwork.
- 18. : The physical substance or medium used to create a work of art.
- 20. : An approach that simplifies, alters, or departs from recognizable reality.
- 21. : The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings and other structures.
- 23. : The use of existing images, objects, styles, or cultural material in a new artistic work.
- 27. : The organization or arrangement of visual elements in a work of art.
- 29. : Relating to beauty, sensory experience, or responses to works of art.
- 30. : The skilled making of useful or decorative objects, often distinguished from fine art.
- 31. : The actual or implied tactile quality of a surface.
- 33. : The ability of an individual or group to influence, control, or shape others through art and imagery.
- 34. : A visual comparison in which an image or object represents another idea or concept.
- 35. : An artistic style that seeks to represent subjects as they appear in nature.
- 37. : A repeated action or ceremony with cultural, religious, or symbolic significance.
- 38. : The philosophical study of beauty and the nature of art.
- 40. : The suppression, restriction, or prohibition of art because it is considered unacceptable or offensive.
Down
- 1. : Ancient Greek concept of art as imitation or representation of the real world.
- 3. : A social and cultural construction associated with identities such as masculine and feminine.
- 4. : A material used as a durable decorative coating, especially in woodworking traditions.
- 5. : A person who creates works of art through creative ideas, skills, or processes.
- 7. : The use of art to commemorate or honor an event, person, community, or achievement.
- 9. : The historical, social, political, cultural, or personal circumstances surrounding an artwork.
- 13. : A mark made by a moving point that can define shape, movement, or direction.
- 14. : An architectural ceiling or roof formed by the extension of an arch.
- 16. : The relative lightness or darkness of a color or tone.
- 17. : A three-dimensional object or the visual appearance of three-dimensionality.
- 19. : The process of closely examining the formal qualities and characteristics of an artwork.
- 22. : The sense of who a person or group is, including social and cultural characteristics.
- 24. : Art created to challenge, criticize, or draw attention to social or political issues.
- 25. : The study and interpretation of symbols, images, and recurring motifs in art.
- 26. : The person who experiences, observes, and interprets a work of art.
- 28. : Art or imagery created to influence opinions or promote a political or ideological message.
- 32. : The use of art to convey information, ideas, feelings, or messages.
- 36. : Architectural or decorative materials taken from an earlier structure and reused in another context.
- 39. : A two-dimensional enclosed area defined by lines, color, or value.