Drawing Module 4 Exam Practice

Why were many portraits shown in full profile during the Renaissance?

• It was easier to draw people that way.

• This pose most closely resembled the coins of Ancient Rome.

Which has been a purpose of portraiture in art?

• To create a picture of what a specific person looked like

• To act as a guide to the afterlife

• To communicate a feeling, mood, or emotion to a viewer

• None of these

Why was there so much variation in the artwork of the Byzantine Empire?

• Many artists were trying to outdo each other.

• The Byzantine Empire was very large and included many different cultures.

Identify the style this artwork is done in and explain how can you tell. Be specific and use the language of art.

Who created this artwork?

What type of drawing is a study?

• a. a quick, loose drawing that captures the subject as a whole

• b. an in-depth drawing of a portion of a subject or composition

• c. an abstract drawing of a person or animal

• d. an idealized drawing of a person

What shape is this person's face?

• a. heart

• b. square

• c. oval

• d. circle

Which facial features do the ears typically line up with?

• a. nose and the mouth

• b. eyes and the nose

• c. eyes and the mouth

• d. cheekbones and the mouth

Explain some of the reasons artists create gesture drawings.

While working, an artist should periodically step back and ask themselves which question? Select all that apply.

• a. Is this artwork meeting my expectations?

• b. Is this artwork finished yet?

• c. What do I like about this artwork?

• What should I change?