VOCAB WORDS

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Line- The path of a dot through space

Contour line- a line that traces the outline or contour of an object

Cross hatching- the technique of using crossed lines for shading

Sketch- to lightly draw , practice or plan out

Format- the area in which you are working (paper , canvas , etc.)

Medium- materials used to make art

Calligraphy- the art of beautiful writing

Typography- the style and appearance of printed matter

Monogram- a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name

Pattern-2 dimensional decorative visual representation(ex- quilt)

Motif- a unit that is repeated in visual rhythm

Recede- to move back or appear to be in the distance

Realism- painting or drawing things as they really appear

Color-an element of art derivedfrom reflected light

Abstract- art containing shapes that symbolize form rather than the object

Hans Hoffman-a German born American abstract painter a teacher that influenced generations of artists of post war America

Overlap- when one object appears to go behind or on top of another

Cubism- 20th century art movement that emphasizes structure and design. Picasso was the father of Cubism.

Color distribution- placing of color in art to make it aesthetically pleasing.

Foreground- the part of the picture that appears closer to the viewer.

Background- the part of the picture that appears farthest form the viewer.

Art- the use of skill and imagination to produce beautiful objects.