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- 3. are precise shapes that can be described using mathematical names e.g. square, triangle and circle.
- 5. a painting technique where thick layers of paint are applied to the canvas with a brush or palette knife, creating a textured surface that adds depth, dimension, and visual interest to the artwork.
- 6. A descriptive term used in art from the 16th century to the present day, refers to a technique characterised by visible brushwork, texture, and a loose, expressive style that emphasises the act of painting itself.
- 7. refers to an architectural style prevalent in Europe from the 12th to the 16th century, characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and ornate decoration, often associated with medieval cathedrals and churches.
- 11. An avant-garde art movement that emerged in the early 20th century, particularly around 1905-1907, is known for its bold use of vivid, non-naturalistic colors and simplified forms to express emotion and artistic freedom.
- 12. The idea of what is beautiful or pleasing to the eye
- 13. An intaglio printmaking technique dating back to the 16th century and still practiced today, involves incising or “etching” a design onto a metal plate with acid, allowing for the creation of detailed and expressive prints.
- 15. An influential art and design movement that emerged in the early 20th century, particularly around 1915-1930, is characterized by its emphasis on the use of industrial materials and geometric forms to create functional and socially relevant artworks and designs.
- 17. is French and means ‘unstick’. In art it describes the process of making art by pealing or ripping away layers.
- 20. An art movement that emerged in the late 19th century, primarily during the 1860s to 1880s. The movement is characterised by the portrayal of fleeting moments, atmospheric effects, and the immediate sensory “impression” of a scene, often achieved through loose brushwork and vibrant colour palettes.
- 23. The part of the artwork that seems to be closest to you.
- 24. Charcoal is a drawing medium made from burned wood, commonly used for drawing and sketching.
- 25. To mix more than one colour/color together.
- 26. an artistic style or approach that aims to depict subjects or scenes from the natural world with a high degree of realism and accuracy, often emphasising detail, texture, and the effects of light and shadow.
- 30. is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings and other physical structures that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes.
- 31. A vitreous coating applied to ceramics. Vitreous means like glass in appearance.
- 33. a type of slow-drying paint consisting of pigments suspended in a drying oil, typically linseed oil, often used by artists for its rich colours, smooth texture, and blending capabilities.
- 34. Casting is a manufacturing process that involves pouring a molten material, often metal or resin, into a mold to create a three-dimensional object with a specific shape and design.
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- 1. enhances or engages with the environment or makes a statement on environmental issues.
- 2. Rhythm Alternating rhythm is an artistic principle characterised by a repeating sequence of elements that regularly change in a systematic pattern, creating a dynamic and visually engaging composition.
- 4. An artistic movement that gained prominence in the mid-19th century and continued into the early 20th century, is defined by its commitment to depicting everyday life, often in a straightforward and unembellished manner, emphasizing accuracy and truthfulness in art.
- 8. Harmony refers to the pleasing arrangement and combination of visual elements, such as color, form, and composition, that creates a sense of unity and balance in a work of art
- 9. occupy space, such as sculptures or buildings.
- 10. The furnace in which clay is fired to harden it.
- 11. An avant-garde art movement originating in Italy in the early 20th century, primarily during the years 1909-1944, is characterised by its celebration of modern technology, speed, and dynamism, often depicted through bold, energetic compositions.
- 14. A palette is a flat surface or board used by artists to hold and mix colors during painting, typically made of wood, plastic, or other materials, and featuring compartments or wells for organizing and storing paint.
- 16. An artwork that represents the physical aspects of a city or urban area.
- 18. a path made by an object moving across a surface.
- 19. An art movement that emerged in the late 16th century characterised by exaggerated and often distorted depictions of the human figure, as well as complex compositions, reflecting a departure from the classical ideals of the Renaissance.
- 21. (Color – USA) An arrangement of colours in a circle that reveals the relationship between primary, secondary and tertiary colours.
- 22. A hand tool, originally from Japan, used to gently rub the back of the paper when taking a relief print.
- 27. Art An artwork that is not representational but communicates through colours, marks and other visual elements.
- 28. A type of art material e.g. watercolour, charcoal, pastels.
- 29. Paint Acrylic paint is a type of fast-drying, water-based paint composed of pigments suspended in an acrylic polymer emulsion, often used in various artistic and decorative applications.
- 32. An avant-garde art movement that emerged in the early 20th century, particularly during the years 1916-1924, is defined by its rejection of traditional aesthetics and its embrace of absurdity, randomness, and anti-art sentiments as a response to the disillusionment of World War I.