art (autumn term)

• Who is the artist inspired by the beauty of the natural world?

  William Kidd
• What does William Kidd's work represent?

  Life forms that might exist in some other worldly place
• What materials does William Kidd use in his work?

  Low-fire red earthenware clay
• What techniques does William Kidd use to finish his work?

  Oxide stains, underglazes, and crawl glaze
• What are the formal elements in art?

  • Line
  • Shape
  • Form
  • Tone
  • Texture
  • Pattern
  • Colour
  • Composition
• What is the definition of shape in art?

  The external form, contours, or outline of someone or something
• What does proportion refer to in art?

  The relationship of the size of one element when compared to another
• What is tone in art?

  Areas of light and dark
• What is shading in art?

  The darkening or lightening of an area
• What is color defined as in art?

  A hue produced when light hits an object
• What is value in art?

  Areas of light and dark
• What is mark making in art?

  Different lines, patterns, and textures created in a piece of art
• What are the steps to create first-hand drawings from botanicals?

  1. Concentrate on shape/form, colour, tone
  2. Use pencil and watercolour
• What techniques should be explored in mono printing?

  • Experiment with different processes
  • Create unique prints
• What should be included in the design of a 3D sculpture?

  • Knowledge learnt so far
  • Use of clay to construct own design
• Who are the contextual sources mentioned in the study material?

  Kaori Kurihara, William Kidd, Carol Gouthro
• What is Kaori Kurihara known for in her ceramics?

  Textured ceramics referencing familiar botanicals
• What does Carol Gouthro focus on in her ceramic work?

  The vessel and its associations with nourishment and transformation
• What is the MCMO method used for in art analysis?

  • Method for analyzing artwork
  • Stands for Method, Content, Meaning, Opinion

  
• What should be prioritized when presenting a quality sketchbook?

  Producing quality art or design work
• What are the guidelines for presenting a quality sketchbook?

  • Let artwork shine
  • Vary page layouts
  • Use consistent style
  • Be selective
  • Prioritize visual work
  • Write neat annotations
• How can tools be used to measure proportions in drawing?

  By extending your arm with a pencil and aligning it with the subject
• What is the importance of identifying basic shapes in drawing?

  It simplifies complex subjects for greater accuracy
• What is the relationship between value, texture, and form in art?

  Value influences the perception of texture and form
• How is texture communicated in a drawing or painting?

  Through relationships of value and directional marks
• What are cross contour lines in art?

  Implied lines that communicate texture and form
• Why is it important to observe closely when applying color in art?

  It ensures accurate representation of the subject's hues
• What is the significance of mixing colors in art?

  It requires practice and affects the value of the color applied
• Why should care and dedication be applied to every page of a sketchbook?

  To demonstrate skill and the journey of the project
• Why should printed images in a sketchbook be clear and not pixelated?

  To maintain a professional appearance and clarity
• What is the key factor in applying color in art?

  The way observed colors are mixed
• What is required to effectively mix colors?

  A bit of practice and experience with the medium
• Why is matching color important in art?

  It helps communicate the subject if the value is matched
• How is texture communicated in a drawing or painting?

  Through the relationships of value
• What role do directional marks play in art?

  They contribute to the illusion of texture
• What are cross contour lines?

  Implied lines that flow over the form of the subject
• What can cross contour lines communicate besides texture?

  Information about the form of the subject
• How can you use a measurement unit in drawing?

  To compare and record the size of the object on your drawing surface
• What are the primary colors?

  • Red
  • Yellow
  • Blue
• What are the secondary colors?

  • Orange
  • Green
  • Purple