Digital Art and Animation Flashcard

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What is 2D Animation?

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2D Animation is a technique that creates movement in a flat, two-dimensional space, often using frame-by-frame animation or digital tools.

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What is a Pixel?

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A Pixel is the smallest unit of a digital image, representing a single point in the image and is the basic building block of digital graphics.

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What are Curves in digital art?

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Curves are a tool used to adjust the tone and color of an image by manipulating a graph that represents the brightness levels.

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What is the SVG file format?

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SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a file format commonly used for vector graphics, allowing for scalable images without loss of quality.

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What is the Lasso tool used for?

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The Lasso tool is used for freehand selection of irregular areas in an image, allowing for precise editing.

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What is the difference between 2D and 3D Animation?

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2D Animation involves creating movement in a flat space, while 3D Animation creates movement in a three-dimensional space, adding depth.

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What is a Vector graphic?

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A Vector graphic is an image created using mathematical formulas, allowing for infinite scaling without loss of quality.

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What is a Bitmap?

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A Bitmap is a type of digital image that is made up of a grid of pixels, where each pixel represents a specific color.

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What is the Magic Wand tool?

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The Magic Wand tool is used to select areas of an image based on color similarity, making it easier to edit specific sections.

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What is the purpose of the Marquee tool?

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The Marquee tool is used to make rectangular or elliptical selections in an image for editing.