ExamEdge-Praxis Art Practice 4

Viridian is a rich shade of Reddish orange Bluish green Burnt sienna Silver

Bluish green Viridian is a rich shade of bluish green. It is one of the colors commonly found on acrylic palettes.

Which of the following is not used to define the term, palette? A slab of wood, metal, plastic, or glass used by an artist to mix paints. The set of colors appearing in a digital image (CLUT). A particular range, quality or use of available elements such as color A large flat board that stores materials to protect them from moisture.

A large flat board that stores materials to protect them from moisture A pallet, rather than a palette, is a box-like construction on which materials are stored. The remaining choices are all various definitions of the word, palette.

What school of art believed that the way artists applied paint was the most important aspect of a painting? Action painting Cubism Surrealism Impressionism

Action painting Action painters challenged the notion that a picture must be the result of a planned design. They threw, dripped, and splashed paint on walls, floors, and canvases. To them, the way paint was applied was the most important aspect of a painting.

In which of the following materials is resin used? Varnishes. Turpentine. Ink. All of the above.

All of the above. Resin is a substance that is secreted naturally by plants. It is translucent, with a yellow or brown hue, and it is used in a wide variety of art materials, including ink, varnish, and turpentine.

The structure in this photo is called An apse A nave A narthex A clerestory

An apse An apse is a projecting part of a church, usually semicircular in shape and surmounted by a half-dome. It is usually the location of the main altar.

The ancient Greek orders of architecture include all of the following EXCEPT Doric Ionic Corinthian Apollonian

Apollonian Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian were the three "orders of architecture" in ancient Greece. The orders of architecture are basically three different elevation systems. The main differences among the three involve the columns and the frieze (the central portion of the entablature at the top of the column).

The fantastic use of color and decoration in this painting is typical of art classified as Impressionism Mannerism Cubism Art Nouveau

Art Nouveau This painting, "The Kiss" by Gustav Klimpt, includes many of the characteristics of Art Nouveau, a movement that flourished around the turn of the twentieth century. It features curved shapes, bold colors, and an emphasis on decoration.

Which of the following phrases best describes the term, rhopography? The study of ancient objects. The study of landforms, such as mountains. An equilateral parallelogram. Art that is composed of trivial objects, that is similar to Dadaist readymades.

Art that is composed of trivial objects, that is similar to Dadaist readymades.The term, rhopography, refers to art that is created out of seemingly trivial items, such as garbage or half-eaten food. It is similar to some of the works that emerged from the Dadaist Period.

Which of the following processes is the opposite of repousse?Chasing Embossing Engraving Soldering

Chasing Repousse is a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create an image. Chasing uses hammering from the image side. The two techniques are often combined.

In the image above, the visible depressions on the corners of the rubber mold on the right are known as which of the following? Posts-and-lintels. Ears. Cross-hatches. Eyes.

Ears. In relation to rubber molds, ears are depressions that receive pins for aligning the pieces in a two-piece mold.

The artist who painted Mary Magdalen in Penitence, 1580 - 85, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, had a personal style of great expressiveness shown in using anti-naturalistic colors, deliberately distorted figure proportions, and seemingly unreal pictorial space. This artist was: Tintoretto Cimabue El Greco Correggio

El Greco El Greco was born in Greece and lived in Spain at the time of the Counter-Reformation. He found in Spain a climate of spiritual piety that fed his artistic hunger to express his art in new ways. His art points ahead toward a modern form of expressionism.

Théodore Géricault launched Romanticism in France with his painting, The Raft of the Medusa. However when he died which of the following artists became the leader of the Romantic movement? Theodore Caruelle d'Aligny Joseph-Nicolas Robert-Fleury Paul Delaroche Eugène Delacroix

Eugène Delacroix Eugène Delacroix became the leader of the Romantic movement after Géricault's death. Delacroix believed that the artist should feel the agony of creation and he was consumed by the flame of genius. Delacroix chose his subjects from literature or from stirring topical events.

Which of the following applies to fine silver? Fine silver has the same melting point as sterling silver. Fine silver has a much lower melting point than sterling silver. Fine silver has a higher melting point than sterling silver. It is impossible to melt fine silver.

Fine silver has a higher melting point than sterling silver. Fine silver is silver that is 99.9% pure. It has a higher melting point than sterling silver due to its purity.

The image above is of which of the devices listed that are used to strengthen an object, hold it in place, or attach it to another object? Flask Flange. Tire. Adhesive.

Flange. A flange is a protruding rim, edge, rib, or collar used to hold an object in place. It is often a metal ring that flares at its base so that it can be screwed to a flat surface.

Which of the following statements about gesso as a primer is accurate? Gesso is best applied to a flexible support. Gesso is flexible enough for use on canvas. Gesso is most suited to water-based paints, such as tempera. Brilliant-white gesso is rough and not at all porous.

Gesso is most suited to water-based paints, such as tempera. This is the accurate statement. Brilliant-white gesso is very smooth and porous, and it is best applied to a rigid support prepared with glue size. It is not flexible enough for use on canvas. It is most suited to water-based paints, such as tempera, acrylics, and Chroma colors.

Conte crayons were originally made of Graphite Pastels Chalk Oil paints

Graphite Conte crayons were invented in 1795 by Nicolas-Jacques Conte as a way of using scarce supplies of graphite more efficiently. They were originally a mixture of graphite and wax or clay. They had the advantage of being cost effective to produce and easy to manufacture in controlled grades of hardness.

Which of the following is the heaviest-duty modeling stand on the market, that is reinforced with wood and metal? Hercules Stand. Zeus Stand. Eldorado Stand. Studio Stand.

Hercules Stand. The Hercules Stand can hold 750 pounds, and is the heaviest duty stand on the market

Which of the following is a planographic process? Lithography Engraving Intaglio Mezzotint

Lithography In a planographic process, the image areas are level with the surface of the printing plate. Lithography is the only one of these choices in which this is true. Report a problem with this question (Honoré Daumier)

The central piece at the top of a round arch is called the Keystone Capstone Lintel Entablature

Keystone The keystone is the central piece at the top of a rounded arch. A capstone is a stone placed on top of a wall or building. A lintel is horizontal piece that rests on posts in post and lintel architecture. The entablature is the portion of a column above the capital.

Which of the following metals, formerly used in pencils and paints, has been removed as a result of its toxicity? Steel. Aluminum. Graphite. Lead.

Lead. Lead is a soft metal used for a wide variety of purposes. It was commonly found in items such as paint and pencils; but has been removed due to its documented toxicity.

The person who is considered the "father of the skyscraper" is which of the following? Frank Lloyd Wright Henry Hobson Richardson Frank Furness Louis Sullivan

Louis Sullivan (sullivan=skyscraper) Louis Sullivan virtually invented the skyscraper and, in the process, put Chicago on the cultural map. Sullivan saw that new vertical towers demanded a wholly new aesthetic. The exterior of his designs always echoed not only the building's function, but also its interior skeleton. (Father of Skyscraper/Father of Modernism)

What purpose does an iconometer serve? Judging based on the Islamic religion on whether a piece of art is an icon. Measuring the amount of gold leaf that is appropriate for a specific surface. Measuring the dimensions of an image in the process of computer design. Measuring the size of an object by measuring its image, such as with the use of a photographic viewfinder.

Measuring the size of an object by measuring its image, such as with the use of a photographic viewfinder. An iconometer, such as a photographic viewfinder, measures the size or distance to an object by measuring its image

Which of the following terms does not refer to a type of santo, a religious icon produced in Latin America and the United States?Retablo. Bulto. Christo crucificado. Milagro.

Milagro. Milagros refer to small, silver sculptures presented as offerings. (similar to charm) Santos are produced by Latin Americans and residents of the Southwestern United States. Santo types include retablos (votive pictures), bultos (painted wooden sculptures), and Christo crucifado (Crucifixion scenes). Ornate

Compared to brushstrokes in acrylic or oil painting, brushstrokes in watercolors are usually More fluid More precise Smaller More visible

More fluid In acrylic and oil painting, paint is usually applied with stiff brushes in distinct strokes. In watercolor painting, paint is applied with soft brushes in fluid, gliding movements.

The folded figure of a crane shown in the image above is an example of which of the following art forms?Tessellation. Origami. Binding. Kofun.

Origami. Origami is the technique of folding paper into shapes of animals and objects. It is a widespread art form that is practiced by artists of all levels.

Which of the following is an accurate definition of the term, imbrication? Sewing garments. Painting with a combination of watercolors and oils. Manipulating a digital image. Overlapping of materials.

Overlapping of materials. Imbrication refers to the overlapping of materials such as scales, feathers, fiber, or tiles. The term can also refer to painting that includes seemingly overlapping colors or washes.

Decoupage uses Paper cutouts Acrylic paints Silk screening Paper mache

Paper cutouts Decoupage involves pasting cutouts of colored paper on a surface to create an image. The image may then be decorated with gold leaf or other special effects. When the image is complete, it is sealed with varnish or polyurethane

What nineteenth century artist is renowned for his primitivist paintings set in Tahiti? Gauguin Picasso Rousseau Manet

Paul Gauguin Gauguin's paintings of Tahitian women are examples of primitivism. Primitivism was an art movement of the late nineteenth century characterized by exaggerated body proportions, animal totems, geometric designs, and stark contrasts.

The art of the time period when European influence was absent in the Americas is which of the following periods? Pre-Columbian Neo-American Prehistoric Mythological

Pre-Columbian Pre-Columbian refers to the period before Columbus landed in the New World, or before European customs began to influence Native American artisans of North, Central, and South America. Pre-Columbian art ranges from the mountains of Peru to the plains of the Midwest to the coast of Alaska.

Which of the following museum positions typically involves direct responsibility for the supervision and handling of art objects; as well as assistance to curators in the upkeep of collections?Registrar. Patron. Preparator. Director.

Preparator. An art museum preparator is generally responsible for supervisory duties, such as the handling of art objects and the assistance to curators in the general upkeep of collections. Principal and Senior Preparators supervise the work of other preparators, and engage in the most skilled work involving art projects.

What historical event is portrayed in the Bayeux Tapestry? The Norman Conquest The signing of the Magna Carta The death of King Arthur The discovery of America

The Norman Conquest The Bayeux Tapestry is a 230-foot long portrayal of the Norman Conquest of England. It is, in fact, not a tapestry, but a work of embroidery.

A spinning wheel designed for spinning short staple fibers that require a lot of twist such as cotton is known as which of the following? bottom whorl spindle charka Bradford spinning system castle wheel

charka A charka is a spinning wheel designed for spinning short staple fibers that require a lot of twist such as cotton. Drafting is done with one hand while the other turns the wheel. Charkas typically have very high drive ratios and the yarn is wound onto a spindle instead of a bobbin

pentimento

The presence or emergence of earlier images, forms, or strokes that have been changed and painted over (The Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck Among other changes, his face was higher by about the height of his eye, hers was higher, and her eyes looked more to the front. Each of his feet was underdrawn in one position, painted in another, and then overpainted in a third. These alterations are seen in infra-red reflectograms.) (Old Guitarist-face of a woman is painted over)

Which of the following is NOT a permanent ink? black ink colored ink white ink all of the above

colored ink Only black and white inks are permanent. Colored inks consist of soluble dyes rather than pigments and are not lightfast.

The primary line of reference in perspective construction is which of the following? horizon line vanishing point picture plane viewing line

horizon line When you look straight ahead, neither up nor down, your eye falls on the horizon line. This is the primary line of reference in perspective construction and is always at eye level no matter what height you are looking from.

Which of the following pigments would NOT be an organic pigment?indigo cochineal cadmium yellow Indian yellow

cadmium yellow Cadmium yellow is an inorganic (mineral) pigment. All of the other choices are organic pigments. They are vegetable, animal or synthetic organic pigments.

The term that is used to refer to the brightness or strength of a color is which of the following? hue tone shade intensity

intensity The intensity of a color (also referred to as chroma or saturation) refers to how bright or strong a color is. Vivid, pure colors are strong in intensity; pale, grayed colors are weak.

The most effective way of making metal sculptures and objects of any size is which of the following? lost-wax casting hollow casting sand casting none of the above

lost-wax casting Lost-wax casting, which uses a mold of clay, plaster, or other material, is the most effective method for making metal sculptures and objects of any size. The most common casting metal is bronze. Brass also gives good casting results.

Which of the following is not one of the colors in the CMYK color model? cyan mauve yellow key (black)

mauve The CMYK color model (process color, four color) is a subtractive color model, used in color printing, and is also used to describe the printing process itself. CMYK refers to the four inks used in some color printing: cyan, magenta, yellow, and key (black).

When two colors that match each other under one kind of illumination differ from each other when seen under another light source it is known as which of the following? occlusion polymerization metamerism marouflage

metamerism Metamerism is a term used in color technology to describe an undesirable effect sometimes exhibited when two colors that match each other under one kind of illumination differ from each other when seen under another light source. The main cause of metameric pairs is a difference in the coloring ingredients of which the substance is composed.

Which of the following brushes is most suitable for laying in large areas of color quickly? mop brush spotter brush rigger brush oriental brush

mop brush Of the choices given, the mop brush is the brush best suited to laying in large areas of color quickly. The mop brush is made from synthetic, goat, or squirrel hair. Mop brushes have large round heads.

Chroma can be used as all of the following EXCEPT: oil paint watercolor paint ink gouache

oil paint Chroma is a relatively new type of water-based paint. It can be used as acrylic, gouache, ink and watercolor, but not oil painting, since it is water-based.

The photo above of Sydney Harbor Bridge at night is an example of which of the following styles of photography? zoom laser view panoramic

panoramic Panoramic photography is a technique of photography, using specialized equipment or software that captures images with elongated fields of view. It is sometimes known as wide format photography. The term has also been applied to a photograph that is cropped to a relatively wide aspect ratio.

Which of the following types of clasps for jewelry is comprised of a bar and a large loop? lobster clasp box clasp toggle clasp hook and eye clasp

toggle clasp A toggle clasp is comprised of a bar and a large loop. When using toggles, make sure that the length of the T-bar will fit in the other piece. If it's tiny and has little overlap, it's going to fall off.

The type of painting that deceives the spectator into thinking that the objects in it are real and not merely represented is which of the following? surrealistic painting realistic painting trompe l'oeil triptych

trompe l'oeil Trompe l'oeil is a painting, or a detail in a painting, that deceives the spectator into thinking that the objects in it are real and not merely represented. For such an optical illusion to work with complete success, it is necessary for the object in the picture to be near to the picture plane.

The maze-like pathway of the floor of Chartres Cathedral that is shown above, is also known as which of the following? A lacuna. A metaphor. A meandering. A labyrinth.

A labyrinth. A labyrinth is traditionally a pathway leading to the center of a circular linear pattern, then back to the perimeter of the composition. They have been known to encourage meditation, as well as serve as sources for riddles.

This work is called A triptych A mural A fresco A frieze

A triptych A triptych is a work of art that has three panels, with the central panel being larger than the other two. The panels are hinged, so the work may be folded. Triptychs were commonly used in the Middle Ages as altarpieces. Most were painted, but some, such as this one, were carved.

Prehistoric cave paintings often portray Animals Gods and goddesses Angels and demons Agriculture

Animals Animals are the most common subject of prehistoric cave paintings. Anthropologists have theorized that these paintings may have been part of religious ceremonies related to hunting. Report a problem with this question

The above is a picture of the Apotheosis of the Franciscan Order, 1707, on the ceiling of the Basilica Santi XII Apostoli, Rome. It was done by Baciccio and demonstrates which of the following styles of art? Gothic Romanesque Mannerism Baroque

Baroque The Baroque form is most dramatically demonstrated in the vast frescoes filling the ceilings of churches. The painter Baciccio painted this ceiling in the Baroque style. It is typical of the Baroque style in that it teaches the faith in a way that is exuberant and realistic, nurturing a sense of joy.

In Japanese art tradition, what is Kanshitsu? Wood carving of small animal figurines. Basket weaving. Building up lacquer layers with fiber in order to form hollow sculpture. Arranging cloth figures on a surface to imitate sacred ceremonies.

Building up lacquer layers with fiber in order to form hollow sculpture. Kanshitsu is the artistic technique of building up layers of lacquer and hemp over a piece of clay to form a hollow sculpture.

The lost-wax process is used for Casting metals Etching Glassblowing Lampworking

Casting metals In the lost-wax process, a figure is modeled in wax, which is used to create a mold. The mold is then used to cast a harder material, such as bronze or some other metal.

Which of the following artists attempted to apply the principles of classical composition to Impressionism? Cezanne Gauguin Van Gogh Manet

Cezanne Paul Cezanne (1839-1906) attempted to combine Impressionism's observation of nature with the permanence of classical composition. In an often quoted statement he said, "I want to make of Impressionism something solid and lasting like the art in the museums."

In terms of papermaking, what is the difference between chain and laid lines? Chain lines are closer together than laid lines. Chain lines run perpendicular to the grain. Chain lines are made on a mold. Chain lines are further apart, and run parallel to the grain.

Chain lines are further apart, and run parallel to the grain. In terms of papermaking, chain lines are those that run parallel to the grain direction, and are further apart than laid lines. Laid lines run perpendicular to the grain. Chain-lines, or chain lines, are the prominent, wide-spaced, parallel lines in laid paper, used in both manuscripts and printed books, left by the wire mesh across the bottom of the ...

A European style in the arts and crafts which freely adapted motifs and techniques from Chinese art is which of the following? calligraphy Delftware Chinoiserie none of the above

Chinoiserie Chinoiserie is a European style in the arts and crafts which freely adapted motifs and techniques from Chinese art. The style first gained prominence in the 16th and 17th centuries as a result of the expansion of trade with the Orient.

Wedging is a process used with Wood sculpture Clay Jewelry making Carving

Clay Wedging clay is like kneading dough. It helps to ensure that the clay is homogeneous in stiffness and has no air pockets. It also brings clay to the proper consistency for forming.

Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are called Complementary colors Coordinating colors Contradictory colors Compliant colors

Complementary colors Colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel are called complementary colors. The farther away colors are from each other on the color wheel, the less similar they are and the more they contrast. Colors that are opposite each other have the least similarity and the greatest contrast. In color theory, two colors are complementary if, when combined, they produce a neutral color (gray, white, or black).

What does this statue illustrate? Contrapposto Foreshortening Cantilevering Trompe l'oeil

Contrapposto This statue, Michelangelo's "David," is an illustration of contrapposto, an Italian word that means "counterpoise." The term is used to describe a human figure standing with more weight on one foot than the other. This stance twists the torso slightly off axis, giving it a less static appearance. Contrapposto may make a figure appear more dynamic or more relaxed than more symmetrical depictions of the human form.

Which of the following statements about chroma color is least accurate? The level of pigment loading is higher than is typically found in other water-based media. Currently there are 80 chroma colors, none of which are completely lightfast. Chroma colors have greater tinting strength and opacity. Only a small amount of chroma color is needed to produce a large amount of wash.

Currently there are 80 chroma colors, none of which are completely lightfast. This is the least accurate statement. There are 80 chroma colors, currently but they are completely lightfast. They are also nontoxic. In color theory, chroma refers to the degree of vividness of a color, or how pure it is compared to its representative on the color wheel. It can also be called saturation, or color intensity. Understanding chroma is essential for creating the Munsell color mixing chart, which relies on a 16-step chroma sequence.

What artistic movement of the twentieth century has been described as nihilistic? Dadaism Futurism Cubism Post-Impressionism

Dadaism Dadaism was nihilistic in the sense that it rejected all accepted values and standards of art and culture. It attacked modern culture as corrupt and meaningless. (rejecting all religious and moral principles in the belief that life is meaningless.)

Which of the following artists painted scenes of California life, often including swimming pools? Andy Warhol Roy Lichenstein Jackson Pollock David Hockney

David Hockney Although he was born in England and still lives there, David Hockney may be best known for his paintings of California life, particularly those portraying swimming pools. Hockney is also an accomplished printmaker, stage designer, and photographer.

Which of the following techniques is demonstrated in the image above? Pointillism. Double loading. Beveling. Cross-hatching.

Double loading. Double loading is a technique in which a painter loads two colors onto the brush side-by-side; and then carefully blends the colors as shown in the image.

Which of the following is the most common use for bond paper? Drawing and sketching. Preserving clay. Cleaning calligraphy brushes. Plaster sculpture.

Drawing and sketching. Bond paper is high quality paper used for drawing and sketching. It is available in a variety of weights, and is in the medium text weight range.

In terms of art history, during what time period did an "old master" work? Any time before 1 BCE. During the Renaissance, Mannerist, or Baroque periods. Any century before 1200 CE. During the Postmodern era.

During the Renaissance, Mannerist, or Baroque periods. "Old master" is a term that refers to a distinguished artist before 1700, that was typically in Western or Northern Europe during the Renaissance, Mannerist, and Baroque periods.

The Gates Project by Cristo and Jeanne-Claude is an example of The International Style Environmental art Surrealism Cubism

Environmental art In 2005, the artists Cristo and Jeanne-Claude installed more than 7,500 vinyl "gates" along the pathways in Central Park in New York City. This was a monumental work of environmental art, which is designed for a specific location and is intended to become part of a landscape,Scattered throughout are many of Christo's vibrant color sketches of "The Gates," which were conceived to create a "golden river" suggestive of autumn foliage when viewed from neighboring buildings and a "golden ceiling" for walkers and joggers in the park. The banners billow in the breeze, like sheets on a clothesline.

Which of the following artists painted numerous self-portraits because, as she said, "I am the subject I know best"? Frida Kahlo Grandma Moses Mary Cassatt Georgia O'Keefe

Frida Kahlo Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was a Mexican painter who is best known for her self-portraits. Her work, which was influenced by Mexican folk traditions, is characterized by intense, vibrant colors.

In painting, the prepared surface to which paint is applied is called the Plane Ground Board Table

Ground The ground of a painting can be almost any surface: a wall, a canvas, a sheet of vellum. The ground is often prepared to make it smoother or more receptive to paint.

The technique used in the image above to create shades of gray is known as which of the following? Graphic pointillism. Moiré. Halftone art. Stipple.

Halftone art. Halftone art refers to printed images in which dots of variable size represent shades of gray, as in the sample image.

The painting shown above is by Theo van Doesburg. It is Counter-composition V done in 1924. It is which of the following types of art? Abstract Expressionism Hard Edge Mechanical Drawing Digital Art

Hard Edge Hard Edge painters took the Expressionism out of Abstract Expressionism and put in its place a spontaneous, subjective abstraction that was calculated, impersonal abstraction. Hard Edge painting uses sharply contoured, simple forms.

The image above depicts which of the following ramp shape and design in the Vatican? Helix. Caduceus. Coil. Horn.

Helix. (Image of a spiraling staircase) A helix is a three-dimensional spiral, which is a type of spiral. The particular helix shown in the image is a right-handed spiral.

Which of the following fonts is a sans serif font? Times Roman Courier Palatino Helvetica

Helvetica A sans serif font is one that does not have the small projecting features called "serifs" at the end of strokes. Sans-serif fonts have become the standard for body text on-screen, especially online. Helvetica is a sans serif font.

What artistic method, characterized by thick application of paint, is used by van Gogh in the painting above, as well as in the bulk of his other works? Encaustic. Modeling. Impasto. Pointilism.

Impasto. Impasto is the application of thick paint, rather than smooth, flat strokes to a surface. Vincent van Gogh often used that technique to create flowing images with emotional quality.

During the Baroque period, each country developed its own distinctive style and emphasis. Which of the following countries emphasized religious works, had the Church as its patron, displayed a dynamic style, and had dramatic, intense qualities? Italy Spain England France

Italy Artists in Rome pioneered the Baroque style before it spread to the rest of Europe. Italian Baroque emphasized religious works, had the Church as its patron, displayed a dynamic style, and had dramatic, intense qualities. Italian Baroque put an emphasis on emotion and dynamism.

Which of the following artists created works that were explicitly feminist? Georgia O'Keefe Mary Cassatt Artemisia Gentileschi Judy Chicago

Judy Chicago Judy Chicago's best known work is entitled "The Dinner Party," a large installation in the shape of a triangle representing a dinner table. Each side of the triangle is set with thirteen places, each one dedicated to a famous woman. Judy Chicago compared her work to da Vinci's "Last Supper," saying, "In my 'Last Supper,' the women would be the honored guests."

The image above is of a reliquary guardian of which of the following African people? Kota Fang Mbari Igbo

Kota The image shown is of a Kota reliquary guardian. These pieces of art are abstract in form and emphasize the head and headdress while leaving out any reference to the body except for a lozenge shape that may refer to arms held downward.

What type of oil is most commonly used in oil paints? Linseed oil Olive oil Rapeseed oil Canola oil

Linseed oil Oil paints are made by binding pigments with various oils, usually linseed oil. The viscosity of the paint can be modified by the addition of a solvent, such as turpentine.

This work of art, created by James Whistler using ink, paper, and a metal plate, is an example of which of the following? Lithograph. Charcoal drawing. Ink drawing. Photograph.

Lithograph. A lithograph is created when a drawing is made on a stone or plate, followed by the addition of ink, and the placement of paper on top. The printmaker then runs the plate through a press to create the print.

The pyramid in the image above was created in the 9th Century by which of the following Meso-American civilizations? Olmec. Aztec. Inca. Mayan.

Mayan. The Mayan civilization flourished in Meso-America, in what is now Central America and Mexico. They are known for their impressive, large-scale construction such as the pyramid depicted in the image above.

The ceremonial houses in which large numbers of sculptures and paintings are kept in honor of deities in West Africa are known as which of the following? Kofun. Tulu. Bieri. Mbari.

Mbari. Mbari is the term for ceremonial houses that shelter clay sculptures and other works of art, such as paintings that are kept by the Ibo Tribe of West Africa. Those works are created and preserved in honor of community deities.

The paintings of Picasso's Blue Period can be described as Monochromatic Cubist Surrealist Impressionist

Monochromatic The paintings of Picasso's Blue Period, such as "The Blind Man's Meal" and "La Vie," can be described as monochromatic. They are dominated by a single color, blue or blue-green, with other colors appearing only occasionally in minor details.

The image that is shown above, created by placing a hand on photographic paper and then exposing it to light, is an example of which of the following? Talbotype. Daguerreotype. Photogram. Negative art.

Photogram. A simple procedure first implemented in 1802, a photogram is created when something is placed on the surface of photographic paper, and then exposed to light.

What artist is known for his painting of grid patterns, with blocks of white and color divided by black lines? Piet Mondrian George Seurat Jackson Pollock Edward Hopper

Piet Mondrian Most of Mondrian's paintings are grid patterns with blocks of white and colors separated by black lines. Mondrian believed that the patterns he created in his paintings represented "general" beauty. Although he said his paintings were inspired by nature, he made no attempt to represent the natural world.

The women portrayed in Picasso's "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" are Prostitutes Singers Dancers Agricultural workers

Prostitutes "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" portrays five nude prostitutes. The women have a menacing appearance, and some are portrayed with distorted features. This early Cubist painting shows the influence of African masks on Picasso's work.

Which of the following terms is associated with the work of Gustave Courbet? Realism Impressionism Romanticism Classicism

Realism Courbet (1819-1877) led the Realist movement in nineteenth century French painting. He is renowned for his realistic portrayals of the hardships of rural life. His work is seen as a bridge between Romantic artists such as Delacroix and the Impressionists.

Woodcuts are an example of what type of printing? Relief Lithography Intaglio Serigraphy

Relief In relief printing, an artists outlines the image on a surface (such as a piece of wood) and then cuts away the surrounding material, creating a raised image like that on a coin. This image can then be used to make prints.

The artist who painted disturbing, illogical images such as The False Mirror, with startling clarity to compel a new vision of reality beyond logic was which of the following? Salvador Dali Max Ernst René Magritte Kurt Schwitters

René Magritte René Magritte placed everyday objects in incongruous settings and transformed them into electric shocks, such as a piece of fried ham on a plate that is also an eyeball. The juxtapositions of familiar sights in unnatural contexts compel a new vision of reality beyond logic.

Illuminations such as the one above from the Bury Bible, sought to illustrate the divine realm of God himself, abandoning nature-oriented illustrations. These illuminations were in which of the following styles? Romanesque Gothic Medieval Celtic

Romanesque Romanesque illuminations developed alongside murals in the 11th and 12th centuries. Romanesque art sought to illustrate the divine realm of God himself; figures' hands and eyes were heavily emphasized, imparting a greater significance to their expressions.

What was the most common subject of the Barbizon school of painters? Rural scenes Religious themes Portraits Still life

Rural scenes The Barbizon school took its name from the village of Barbizon in France, where they met to practice a realistic style of painting that deliberately avoided the drama of Romantic art. Influenced by the British landscape artist John Constable, they painted scenes of rural life. (The Gleaners/Millet)

Which of the following terms refers to a paper material with a helical twist that was developed during the 1800's as a substitute for rattan?Raffia. Reed. Wood. Rush.

Rush. The term, rush, refers to a rope or cord with a helical structure that is made out of paper. It was used as a substitute for rattan in wicker furniture during the 19th Century, and is still used today; particularly in furniture manufacturing.

Which of the following is the first stage of Victor Lowenfeld's Stages of Artistic Development? Dawning realism. Preschematic. Scribble. Schematic.

Scribble. Lowenfeld's Stages of Artistic Development was developed in the 1940's and describes the artistic phases that children experience as they mature. The six (6) stages are: 1) The Scribble Stage 2) The Preschematic Stage; 3) The Schematic Stage; 4) The Dawning Realism Stage; 5) The Pseudo-naturalistic Stage; and 6) The Decision Stage.

What term is used to describe the process of scratching through the coatings on a ceramic to reveal a lower layer of another color? Sgraffito Sfumato Contrapposto Trumeau

Sgraffito Ceramics are usually coated with layers of glaze or a substance called slip. In the sgraffito process, the artist scratches through these layers to create a pattern in a lower layer of another color.

Stippling is used in drawing or painting to create Shading Perspective Contrast Neutral colors

Shading Stipling is the use of tiny dots to create shading. The larger and denser the dots, the darker the shading.

Which of the following metals may be submerged in water for a cooling process? Copper. Steel. Brass. Aluminum.

Steel. Brass and copper must be cooled very slowly to reduce brittleness. Aluminum must be allowed to cool using a different process called anodization, due to the formation of a protective oxide that forms on its surface.

What term is used to describe a type of sculpture in which the image is recessed into the surface? Sunken relief Bas-relief Intaglio Etching

Sunken relief In a sunken relief sculpture, the image is cut into the surface (often a wall) and does not project at all from the background. Some of the earliest examples of sunken relief sculptures can be found on the walls of ancient Egyptian temples.

The art movement that was inspired by Dada and Freud's theories of the unconscious is which of the following? Pop Art Surrealism De Stijl Suprematism

Surrealism Surrealists hoped to fix humanity. They sought to delve into the unconscious by painting dreams, practicing free association, and juxtaposing objects that don't normally fit together.

All of the following are renowned art museums EXCEPT The Prado The Hermitage The Guggenheim The Bodleian

The Bodleian The Prado in Madrid, the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, and the Guggenheim in New York area all renowned art museums. The Bodleian is a renowned library at Oxford University.

The technique of collage was used extensively by The Impressionists The Romantics The Dadaists The Hudson River School

The Dadaists (Hannah Hoch) (Duchamp) A collage is an assemblage of images into a work of art. The Dadaists, who rejected rationality and the prevailing standards of art, created collages of discordant, unrelated images as an exercise in anarchy.

Carolingian art, stimulated by Charlemagne forming the first Holy Roman Empire, laid a solid foundation for which of the following? Northern Renaissance Art. The Middle Ages. Stained glass. Gothic architecture.

The Middle Ages. Carolingian art, from the 8th Century to the early 10th Century, was stimulated by Charlemagne's revival of scholarship, and laid a foundation for the Middle Ages.

The width of the stroke in watercolor painting is determined by the width of the brush and The pressure exerted on the brush The relative lightness or darkness of the color The type of paper The amount of water used

The pressure exerted on the brush The width of a stroke in watercolor painting is determined by the width of the brush and the pressure exerted on the brush. The greater the pressure, the wider the stroke. The amount of water used affects the lightness of a color, not the width of a stroke.

What is the main function of a debubblizer? To smooth watercolor paper before applying paint in order to prevent bubbles from forming on the surface. To prevent bubbles from forming on wax models during casting. To remove air bubbles from paint before applying to canvas. To create a smooth surface on stone.

To prevent bubbles from forming on wax models during casting. A debubblizer is a chemical brushed on wax models to prevent bubbles from forming during casting.

What is the purpose of a fixative? To allow easier application of paints and charcoals. To change fundamental color hues. To protect works of art from smearing and fingerprints. To allow easier combination of different types of materials, such as pastels and watercolor paints.

To protect works of art from smearing and fingerprints. A fixative is a thin varnish that is sprayed over charcoal or other materials to prevent smearing and fingerprints. Most fixatives are sold in aerosol containers

Treen

Treen (literally "of a tree") is a generic name for small handmade functional household objects made of wood. Treen is distinct from furniture, such as chairs, and cabinetry, as well as clocks and cupboards. Before the late 17th century, when silver, pewter, and ceramics were introduced for tableware, most small household items, boxes and tableware were carved from wood. Today, treen is highly collectable for its beautiful patina and tactile appeal.Anything from wooden plates and bowls, snuff boxes and needle cases, spoons and stay busks to shoehorns and chopping boards can be classed as treen. Domestic and agricultural wooden tools are also usually classed with treen.

Which of the following is the most accurate commercial scale used in ceramics? Pneumatic scale. Triple Beam Balance. Strain Gauge Scale. Bourdon tube.

Triple Beam Balance. The Triple Beam Balance is the most accurate commercial scale used in ceramics that is on the market. (measure glazes, powders, etc.)

The thickest type of acrylic paint is packaged in Tubes Jars Bottles Boxes

Tubes Acrylic paints come in various consistencies. Choosing a particular consistency is a matter of the artist's personal preference. Tube paint is the thickest. It has a consistency similar to that of oils.

Early criticism of the Impressionists described their work as Unfinished Romantic Neo-Classical Dreary

Unfinished Early critics of the Impressionists described their work as unfinished because it did not depict objects in precise detail. One critic called Monet's paintings "sketches."

Most of the surviving examples of ancient Greek painting are painted on Parchment Papyrus Vases Boards

Vases Although the ancient Greeks were prolific wall and mural paintings, nearly all of these works have been lost. The most significant surviving examples of ancient Greek painting are on vases, either in black on a natural clay background or in red on a black background.

In watercolor painting, the technique of working from light to dark is called Wet on dry Tenebrism Chiaroscuro Tinting

Wet on dry The wet on dry technique is the classic method of building up a watercolor painting. Artist begin with very pale washes and build up colors gradually and selectively to create an impression of volume.

Which type of carving involves only the use of a knife? Whittling Chip carving Treen Relief carving

Whittling In chip carving, knives or chisels are used to remove small chips from a flat surface in a single piece. Relief carving is a sculptural form in which figures are carved in a flat panel. Chisels, gouges and a mallet may be used. Treen is the making of small functional household items, such as bowls. These are turned on a lathe or carved.

marouflage

a process of fastening a painted canvas to a wall with an adhesive to become a mural

The late 19th century European movement based on the idea that art exists for the sake of its beauty alone is known as which of the following? processionalism aestheticism formalism informalism

aestheticism Aestheticism is an art theory supporting the emphasis of aesthetic values more than socio-political themes for the arts. It was prominent in Europe in the 19th century and began in reaction to prevailing utilitarian social philosophies and to what was perceived as the ugliness and philistinism of the industrial age.

Paints made from pigments bound in an oil-modified synthetic resin are which of the following? water-friendly oil paints mulled oil paints paint sticks alkyd paints

alkyd paints Alkyd paints are made from pigments bound in an oil-modified synthetic resin. They handle in the same way as traditional oil paints, but have the advantage of being much faster-drying.

The technique of painting in monochrome, using two or three tints of the same pigment without regard to local or realistic color is which of the following? chiaroscuro camaïeu pentimento grisaille

camaïeu Camaïeu is a technique that employs two or three tints of a single color, other than gray, to create a monochromatic image without regard to local or realistic color. When a picture is monochromatically rendered in gray, it is called grisaille; when in yellow, cirage.

The colors that are opposite one another on the color wheel are called: complementary colors related colors harmonizing colors tertiary colors

complementary colors The colors opposite one another on the color wheel are contrasting partners, called complementary colors. If two complementary colors of the same tone and intensity are juxtaposed, they intensify each other.

Which of the following would NOT be considered a "plastic art?" drama sculpture ceramics wood carving

drama Drama is not a "plastic art." The plastic arts are those which involve molding or modeling material to give it shape, especially sculpture and ceramics. They are sometimes extended to include all the visual arts, including architecture and painting, but not music, drama, or literature.

The term for creating a pattern by holding paper over a textured surface and rubbing with pencil or crayon is which of the following?fumage grattage flotage frottage

frottage There are various techniques or processes employed by experimental artists. Frottage is the transfer of a design to paper by rubbing. It is often used as an element in collage, sometimes as a pictorial representation of an area.

The toning or dulling of stone sculpture, for instance by the application of colors mixed with wax, is known as which of the following? ganosis intonaco marouflage none of the above

ganosis Ganosis is the toning or dulling of stone sculpture, for instance by the application of colors mixed with wax. It reduces the shine of marble, and is especially used on the naked parts of a statue.

The symbol above, if seen on any product, means which of the following? harmful irritant toxic highly flammable all of the above

highly flammable This symbol is a warning that a product is highly flammable. This means that it has a flash point of below 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

Throughout Polynesia women make decorated barkcloth from the inner bark of which of the following trees? coconut tree paper mulberry tree bread tree paper guava tree

paper mulberry tree Throughout Polynesia women make decorated barkcloth from the inner bark of the paper mulberry tree. The finished product goes by various names depending on the island.

Sculptors employ three broad categories of technique. Which of the following is NOT one of these? carving scumbling modeling assembly

scumbling Scumbling is a painting technique; not a sculptor's technique. The three broad categories of technique for sculptors are: carving, modeling (normally preparatory to casting), and assembly. The latter is relatively new, deriving from the revolutionary art movements during the first quarter of the 20th century in France, Russia, and Germany.

Modern murals are usually executed on tinted dry walls. This process is known as which of the following? encaustic stucco fresco secco

secco Modern murals are usually executed a secco on tinted dry walls. Artists use industrial products based on synthetic resins, guaranteeing stable color that covers evenly. Fresco involves applying paint to wet plaster.

This is a picture of a sculpture by Claes Oldenburg, titled Soft Bathtub (Model) - Ghost Version, 1966, Hirshhorn Museum, Washington, DC. It was done with acrylic and pencil on foam-filled canvas with wood, cord, and plaster, This type of sculpture is known as which of the following? soft sculpture sinking sculpture low-wax sculpture all of the above

soft sculpture Sculptures or other constructions made from substances such as cloth, plastic, fur, feathers, or sand rather than the more durable materials traditionally used for sculpture are classified as soft sculpture. Claes Oldenburg, in particular, has made a number of soft sculptures, including the one pictured in the question.

The main goal of Suprematism in art was to do which of the following? represent the modern utopia that Socialism was supposedly creating practice free association produce irrational art strip away photographic realism in order to liberate feeling

strip away photographic realism in order to liberate feeling The Suprematist artists strove to free feeling from form. They believed that if people only saw the picture, they would not experience the "inner feeling." They therefore stripped away the representation to liberate the feeling.

The panel above is Justinian and His Attendants, found in the Basilica of St. Vitale in Ravenna, Italy. It is an example of the use of colored stone and glass in art. These bits of colored glass and stone are known as which of the following? friezes tesserae sandstones frescos

tesserae Tesserae are the bits of colored stone, glass, or shell that make up mosaics. Many mosaics of ancient times were as intricate as paintings. In one, fifty tiny tesserae composed a one-and-a-half-inch eye.

lightfastness

the ability of paint or other finishes to resist loss of color when exposed to sunlight Permanence, often called lightfastness, refers to the ability of the pigment in the paint to resist gradual fading when exposed to light. Pigments that fade over time are often called fugitive colors.

Delftware

tin-glazed earthenware made in Delft since the 17th century, typically having blue decoration on a white ground. Delftware is one of the types of tin-glazed earthenware or faience in which a white glaze is applied, usually decorated with metal oxides, in particular the cobalt oxide that gives the usual blue, and can withstand high firing temperatures, allowing it to be applied under the glaze.

Watercolor paper that is glued together around the edges with gum in known as which of the following? watercolor sheets tinted paper watercolor blocks watercolor boards

watercolor blocks Watercolor blocks are sheets of watercolor paper which are glued together around the edges with gum. This block of paper is mounted on a backing board. A watercolor block removes the need for stretching paper.