Art Concepts and Techniques

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Medium/Media

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The materials used to create art (e.g., paint, pencil, ink).

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India Ink

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A deep black ink used for bold lines and washes.

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Charcoal

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A soft, black drawing material that creates rich, dark tones.

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White Charcoal

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A white drawing tool used for highlights on toned paper.

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Graphite

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The material in pencils, used for shading and sketching.

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Watercolor Paint

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Transparent paint activated with water for fluid effects.

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Colored Pencil

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Pigmented pencil that allows for layering and blending.

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Tempera Paint

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Fast-drying, opaque paint often used in schools.

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Warm Colors

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Reds, oranges, yellows—colors that feel warm.

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Cool Colors

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Blues, greens, purples—colors that feel cool.