Introduction to Art - Final Exam Review Topics
50 ques. Multiple Choice for 50 pts + a drawing section worth 50 points
UNIT 1: 2-D Design – Color & Creative Thinking
Know the 7 Elements of Art and be able to identify them
1.color-derived from reflected light
2.form- a solid, 3D appearing area- has height, width, and depth
3.line- (horizontal- calm feeling/ curved- flowing movement/ zigzag-feeling of dynamic tension)path of a moving
point through space
4.shape- flat, a defined, 2D enclosed space (geometric- regular/ freeform- organic, irregular)
5.space-area between, around, above, below or within objects (figure=positive, ground=negative)
6.texture- refers to how things feel or look as if they feel
7.value- describes the lightness or darkness of an object
Know the definition of the Principles of Design and examples of them-rules that govern how the elements of art
are organized
1. balance- concerning equalizing visual forces or elements (symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial)
2. proportion- concerning size relationships of one part to another
3. emphasis-one part of an artwork that is dominant over another
4. movement -creates the look and feeling of action
5. pattern-decorative surface design of repeated elements
6. unity/ harmony- stresses similarities of separate but related parts
7. rhythm-indicates movement by the repetition of elements or objects
8. variety- concerning different or contrasting elements
3 properties of an artwork:
1. subject
= recognizable objects in an artwork
2.content
= message or feeling communicated in an artwork
3.composition = arrangements of elements of art
Positive Space -figure – the area occupied by figure/ object
Negative Space – ground- area surrounding the objects
Geometric Shapes and Forms - geometric- regular, mathematically defined
Freeform Shapes and Forms- freeform- irregular
Difference Between Shape and Form- shape is 2D/ form is 3D
Medium, media –materials used to make art
Color Schemes -examples and definitions
Color wheel- color spectrum bent into a circle
Tint- color plus white
Shade- color plus black
Intensity- brightness or dullness of a color
Color Schemes:
1. Complementary colors- opposite each other on the color wheel
2. Split complementary – a color and the 2 colors on either side of its complement
3. Analogous – side by side on the color wheel having 2 primaries in common
4. Warm – yellows, reds, and oranges
5. Cool – greens, violets, and blues
6. Monochromatic- different values of one color (tints and shades of one color)
7. Neutral-gray, black and white
8. Triadic- 3 hues (colors) equally spaced on the color wheel making an equilateral triangle (ex. Red, yellow, blue)
What kind of color do you get if you mix 50% of one color with 50% of its complement? Brown neutrals
4 steps of Art Criticism
1.description -basic explanation of where the elements are used and credit line in the work
2.analysis
-explanation of the organization of the elements in the principles and techniques of an artwork
3.interpretation- statement, content, meaning or impact of an artwork
4. judgment - explanation of the success of the artwork based on the previous steps
3 Theories of Art
1. formalism- focuses on the elements of art and principles of design
2. emotionalism- must create strong feelings in the viewer
3. imitationalism- realistic depiction of the subject
UNIT 2: Making Connections through 3-D Design
2 types of sculpture:
Relief sculpture- can only be seen from the front and sides- it extends from the background
Sculpture in the round- can be viewed from all sides
Plastic clay--clay that can be easily formed and retain its form
Leather hard-clay that retains some moisture, but will break if bent
Bone dry-formed but unfired clay that is absent of moisture
Bisque ware-clay that has been fired in the kiln
Applique-attaching pieces of clay to create a raised relief
Incising-carving into the surface of the clay
Stamping-impressing an object into clay
UNIT 3: Introduction to Drawing and Critical Reflection
Showing Depth with Line
Implied line – series of points, shapes, etc. that the viewer’s eye connects
Contour Drawing – shows the edges of figures or objects, drawn slowly to capture every detail including folds,
wrinkles, and details
Blind Contour Drawing –drawing without looking at the paper
What different lines express (example. Vertical lines can be used to show dignity)
Horizontal – calm feeling
Zigzag – dynamic tension, chaos
Curved - flowing movement
Diagonal – tension
Flat Value Change vs. Graded Value Change-flat- sudden change in value/ graded- gradual change in value
Highlight – lightest part of the form
Cast shadow – darkest area in a drawing of a form
Reflected light – the area beyond the form shadow which is lighter b/c light rays bounce back and collect on the
area
Thumbnail sketch – small sketch done quickly to decide the composition of an artwork
Value / shading Techniques:
Rendering / Blending- smooth value showing little or no pencil marks
Hatching- parallel lines to create value
Crosshatching- crossed parallel lines to create value
Stippling- using dots to create value
Format – dimensions of an artwork
Picture Plane – space within an artwork
Drawing Portion- (worth 50 points)
Be able to draw the following-draw an object in continuous contour line
-shade an object in either blending, hatching, cross hatching, or stippling
-label a color wheel correctly
-name the primary, secondary, intermediate, and sets of complementary colors
-a design showing either symmetrical or asymmetrical balance
-boxes above, on, and below the horizon in both 1pt., 2pt. and 3pt. perspective