Art Terminologies

A mark connecting two points.

An enclosed area.

3D volume of an object.

Lightness or darkness of a hue.

Surface quality (real or implied).

Arrangement of elements.

Creating depth on a flat surface.

Scale relationship between parts.

Distribution of visual weight.

Opposition of elements (light/dark).

Creating a focal point.

Unity through similarity.

Repetition creating movement.

Sense of completeness.

Capturing action and form quickly.

Outline defining an edge.

Perspective distortion for depth.

Area around the subject.

Area occupied by the subject.

Where the eye rests first.

Soft, smoky blending of tones.

Strong contrast of light/shadow.

Thick, textured paint application.

Thin, transparent color layers.

Base layer for tonal structure.

Diluted, translucent paint layer.

Minimal paint for scratchy texture.

Painting wet-on-wet in one go.

Painting on wet lime plaster.

Selection of colors used.

Staining a white canvas base.

Smoothing color transitions.

Building paint in sequences.

Opaque paint over darker layers.

Point of maximum light.

Halfway value between light/dark.

Absence of direct light.

Relative warmth or coolness of hue.

Purity or intensity of color.

The specific name of a color.

Revival of classical realism.

Dramatic light and motion.

Emphasis on emotion and nature.

Capturing the effects of light.

Expressive use of color/form.

Geometric fragmentation of form.

Dreamlike, subconscious imagery.

Distortion for emotional effect.

Non-representational art.

Simplicity and objective form.

Using mass culture imagery.

Anti-art and irrationality.

Focus on speed and technology.

Truthful, everyday depiction.

Art expressing mystical ideas.

Order and restraint (classical).

Rejection of traditional styles.

Art of the present moment.

Idea is more important than object.

Art created in public spaces.

Woven fabric for painting.

Burned wood drawing medium.

Fast-drying synthetic pigment.

Pigment mixed with linseed oil.

Pigment in water-soluble binder.

Using multiple materials in one.

Assembling different materials.

Three-dimensional artwork.

Creating form using a mold.

Subtractive sculpting technique.

Art made by transfer (printing).

Intaglio using acid on metal.

Printing based on oil/water repulsion.

Ink applied to raised surface.

Internal skeleton for sculpture.

Primer for paint surfaces.

Protective resin coating.

Tool for mixing/applying paint.

Upright stand for artwork.

The specific substance used.