Around the World - Terminology

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Refers to the lightness or darkness of a color.

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Tone

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The arrangement of opposite elements and effects in art to create visual interest, excitement, and drama.

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Contrast

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Refers to the surface quality of an artwork.

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Texture

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Refers to a three-dimensional object in space.

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Form

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The distribution of visual weight in a piece of art.

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Balance

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A technique often used in printmaking.

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Etching

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A process used to apply texture to a painting using thick layers of paint.

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Impasto

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Affects composition by guiding the viewer’s eye and defining space.

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Line in art

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Creates harmony by using similar elements within the composition.

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Unity in art

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A digital tool used in creating digital artworks.

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Adobe Photoshop