Transcript building blocks of visual art - TJ

Expressive Features and
Characteristics of Design
building blocks of visual
art
Line- Line is the path of a point moving through space.
Form -Form has depth, length,
and width and resides in
space. It is perceived as threedimensional.
Color-Colors all come from the three
primaries and black and white. They
have three properties – hue, value,
and intensity.
Value- Value refers to relative
lightness and darkness and is
perceived in terms of varying
levels of contrast.
Texture- Texture refers to the
tactile qualities of a surface (actual)
or to the visual representation of
such surface qualities (implied).
Perspective- Perspective is
representing a volume of
space or a 3-dimensional
object on a flat surface.
Pattern- Pattern refers to the
repetition or reoccurrence of
a design element, exact or
varied, which establishes a
visual beat.
Rhythm / Movement- Rhythm
or movement refers to the
suggestion of motion through
the use of various elements.
Proportion / Scale- Proportion is the size
relationship of parts to a whole and to
one another. Scale refers to relating size
to a constant, such as a human body.
Balance- Balance is the
impression of equilibrium in a
pictorial or sculptural
composition. Balance is often
referred to as symmetrical,
asymmetrical, or radial.
Unity- Unity is achieved when
the components of a work of
art are perceived as
harmonious, giving the work a
sense of completion.
Emphasis- Emphasis refers to
the created center of interest,
the place in an artwork where
your eye first lands.
Describe three expressive features and
characteristics found in the artwork above. For
each, describe how the characteristic and
expressive feature gives meaning to the
artwork. This should be a paragraph.
Name two expressive feature and
characteristic that is used in the sculpture
above. Explain what meaning it communicates
and how. This needs to be a paragraph.
The artist best communicates emotion in this
artwork through
A
pose and position.
B
texture and line.
C
color and pattern.
D
subject and location.
The artist best communicates emotion in this
artwork through
A pose and position.
« Correct answer
B texture and line.
C
color and pattern.
D
subject and location.
Which expressive feature and characteristic is
used in both of the above artworks?
A Earth tones
B Narrative
C Decoration
D Scale
Which expressive feature and characteristic is
used in both of the above artworks?
A Earth tones
B
Narrative
C
Decoration
« Correct answer
Scale
D
What is best communicated by the sculpture
above?
A Mystery and intrigue
B
Pain and suffering
C
Structure and organization
D
Anger and resentment
What is best communicated by the sculpture
above?
A Mystery and intrigue
B
C
Pain and suffering
« Correct answer
Structure and organization
D
Anger and resentment
What is the artist most likely communicating in
this sculpture?
A Mankind has been dehumanized
B Everybody is choosing to conform
C
An antii-war statement
D
People are like robots
What is the artist most likely communicating in
this sculpture?
A Mankind has been dehumanized
« Correct answer
B Everybody is choosing to conform
C
An anti-war statement
D
People are like robots
What does the sculpture best communicate to
its viewers?
A Drinking tea can be dangerous.
B The skulls represent a thematic
contradiction.
C
The tea set is for funeral services.
D
It is a foreshadowing of death.
What does the sculpture best communicate to
its viewers?
A Drinking tea can be dangerous.
B The skulls represent a thematic
contradiction.
« Correct answer
C The tea set is for funeral services.
D
It is a foreshadowing of death.
What is the primary purpose for the variations
in the sketch above?
A Developing variations for a product
B
Advertising for a new product
C
Considering value and contrast
D
Planning size and scale
What is the primary purpose for the variations
in the sketch above?
A Developing variations for a product
« Correct answer
B Advertising for a new product
C
Considering value and contrast
D
Planning size and scale
What purpose did the artist have for creating
artwork 1?
A
Experiment with several ideas
B
Determine the scale of the artwork
C
Visualize the finished artwork
D
Sketch the texture of a tree
What purpose did the artist have for creating
artwork 1?
A
Experiment with several ideas
B
Determine the scale of the artwork
C
Visualize the finished artwork
« Correct answer
Sketch the texture of a tree
D
Identify an emotion the sculpture
communicates:__________________________
_______
List two expressive features and characteristics
from the artwork to support the emotion you
identified.
1.
______________________________________
____________________________________
2.
______________________________________
_____________________________________
What is the artist communicating by painting
the Coca Cola logo on an ancient vase? Explain
your answer.
Which of the following describes the
main difference between the artists'
intent in artwork 1 and artwork 2?
A Functional vs. Sculptural
B
Symmetrical vs. Asymmetrical
C
Matte vs. Gloss
D
Traditional vs. Experimental
Teapot by Margaret Brown, Functional
ceramics 2.Teapot by Mike Paluska
Which of the following describes the
main difference between the artists'
intent in artwork 1 and artwork 2?
A Functional vs. Sculptural
B
Symmetrical vs. Asymmetrical
C
Matte vs. Gloss
D
Traditional vs. Experimental
« Correct answer
Teapot by Margaret Brown, Functional
ceramics 2.Teapot by Mike Paluska
Suffering by Constantin Brancusi, Bronze
Sculpture
Consider the titles as you look at each of these
works by Constantin Brancusi.
Why did the artist create one realistic artwork
and one abstract artwork?
A The artist wanted to experiment with
media.
B The artist couldn’t finish the sculpture
Bird in Space.
C The artist is not skilled at creating realistic
birds.
D The artist’s style best communicates his
intent.
Bird in Space by Constantin Brancusi
Artists make thoughtful choices while creating artwork. Look at artworks 1 and 2. Describe three similarities and three differences in artistic de
making.
Describe three similarities in artistic decision making:
1.____________________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________________
Describe three differences in artistic decision making:
1.____________________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________________
An organization wants a ceramic vase for a
fundraising musical event that
• reflects the theme of music
• includes pattern
sketch completely different ideas for the
organization's request. Use the theme of music
and pattern in both of your sketches.
Use the plans you created in question 15 to
answer the question below.
One of the musicians really likes your sketches,
but wants a specific instrument incorporated
on the vase. Revise your sketch(es) to create a
new design that includes:
the theme of music
pattern
a musical instrument of your choice
Your revised sketch can include drawings, text,
or notes to explain your new idea.