Unit Test 1 - terms Flashcards
What is the process of Formal analysis in art?
Examining medium and material. Physical properties of the art.
Formal analysis focuses on the visual elements and the materials used in the artwork.
Define ‘Medium’ in the context of art.
The generalized type of an artwork.
Examples of mediums include painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
What does ‘Shape’ refer to in art?
The external form of an object or figure.
Shapes can be geometric or organic.
What is ‘Contour’ in art?
The outline that defines a form.
Contours help to establish the shape and boundaries of an object.
What is a ‘Pattern’ in an artwork?
Recurring arrangements in an artwork.
Patterns can enhance visual interest and rhythm in art.
What does ‘Contextual analysis’ involve?
Considering relationship to context. Everything outside the art.
This includes the artist’s surroundings and motives.
What is ‘Naturalism’ in art?
Represents something realistically. We can recognize, interpret it.
Naturalism aims to depict subjects as they appear in nature.
What does ‘Expressionism’ convey?
Showing emotion.
Expressionism seeks to express the emotional experience rather than physical reality.
Define ‘Composition’ in the context of art.
Overall arrangement of the image; the organization of elements in a work of art.
Composition is crucial for creating balance and harmony in an artwork.
What is meant by ‘Subject matter’?
The subject of an artwork.
Subject matter can be anything from a landscape to a portrait.
What does ‘Background’ refer to in an artwork?
The portions of an artwork behind and around the subject.
The background helps to provide context and depth to the artwork.
What does ‘Idealized’ mean in art?
A depiction that is more perfect than the actual subject.
Idealization often represents the subject in an enhanced or perfected form.
What is a ‘Palette’ in art?
The artist’s choice of colors for an artwork.
The palette can greatly affect the mood and tone of the artwork.
Define ‘Canon’ in the context of art.
A set of what are regarded as especially significant artwork.
The canon influences art education and cultural value.
What is a ‘Petroglyph’?
An image created on a rock surface through incision, picking, carving, abrading.
Petroglyphs are ancient forms of communication and artistic expression.
What does ‘Schematic’ mean in art?
Depicted in a simplified, graphical form.
Schematic representations often focus on essential elements rather than detailed realism.
What is meant by ‘Monumental’ in art?
Having massive or impressive size or context.
Monumental artworks often convey grandeur and significance.
Define ‘Rock-cut’ in the context of art.
Carved from stone where it naturally occurs.
Rock-cut art includes sculptures and architecture that utilize natural rock formations.
What is a ‘Facade’?
Any exterior, vertical face of the building, usually the front.
The facade often reflects the architectural style and character of the building.
What is a ‘Pediment’?
The triangular structure on top of a columned porch, doorway, or window.
Pediments are common in classical architecture.
Who is a ‘Patron’ in the art world?
An institution or individual that commissions or funds an artwork.
Patrons have historically played a significant role in the creation of art.
Define ‘Motif’ in art.
A distinctive subject or visual element appearing in an artwork.
Motifs can be repeated throughout an artwork or across an artist’s body of work.
What does ‘Mass’ refer to in sculptures?
3D volumes or dense aggregations of matter or material.
Mass contributes to the physical presence and weight of a sculpture.
Identify the title, date, artist, and medium of ‘Women with Dead Child’.
Kaethe Kollwitz, 1903. Soft-ground etching, printed in black and overworked in green and gold wash on paper.
This artwork portrays themes of grief and loss.
