Definitions Flashcards
(32 cards)
Historical/Cultural Contexts
The historical periods of various artists and their work, the nationality or ethnic background of an artist and the cultural environment in which the artwork was created.
Art forms
The type of media/medium the artwork has been created in eg. Painting, sculpture or video
Subject Matter
The images, concrete forms and visual matter that you can see, which is the subject of the work
Influences
Influence is the power to affect others. eg. people, places and life experiences that have effected the artist
Interpretation
The way an artist has chosen to convey meaning
Cultural Context
Refers to the artists culture which includes factors such as the artists country of birth or residence.
Materials
What the artist used to make the artwork.
Techniques
How the artist has used these materials to create particular effects. Eg. Block printing, cross-hatching
Medium/Media
The art form used by the artist eg. Printmaking, drawing, painting
Processes
The courses of action undertaken by the artist which may include a series of stages involved in the creation of the artwork.
Aesthetic Qualities
The art elements and principles that the artist has used to create a beautiful or visually powerful artwork.
Styles
How artists use materials, techniques and processes to create a unique look that is identifiable to them.
Appropriation
The practice of borrowing from another visual source to create a new artwork.
Originality
The unique way the artist’s work may be new and different to that of any other artist.
Copyright Law
Legislation that exists to protect the legal rights of the artist or copyright owner in relation to the publication, reproduction or sale of artwork.
Resale Royalty
A resale royalty right entitles the artist to a percentage of the sale price each time their artwork is resold.
Licensing Agreement
An agreement between the owner of the copyright and the licensee permitting use of an artwork and stating the agreed terms including cost, duration and purpose of the artworks use.
Public Art Gallery
Galleries, cultural institutions funded, owned and established by the government
Commercial Art Gallery
Galleries that are privately owned and operated as businesses
Alternative Art Spaces
Non-traditional art spaces such as cafes, bars, restaurants, public spaces, laneways, building facades, virtual art spaces.
Curator
Manages a gallery’s permanent collection and is responsible for planning, coordinating and researching exhibitions and writing catalogues
Exhibition Designer
Responsible for the organisation of the gallery space and the lay-out and presentation of artworks within the exhibition space
Director
Responsible for financial decisions and the general running of the gallery
Sponsor
Donates money and services for gallery acquisitions and other costs involved in putting together and running an exhibition. In return, they receive publicity and advertising.
