Contemporary Arts- Topic 1

A sculptor uses metal, wood, stone, clay, and glass. Sculptures fall within the category of "_________" arts.

A dancer uses the _______ and its movements. Dance is often accompanied by music, but there are dancers that do not rely on musical accompaniment to be realized.

A _______ artist integrates all the arts and uses the stage, production design, performance elements, and script to enable the visual, musical, dance, and other aspects to come together as a whole work.

A _______ uses the cinematographic camera to record and put together production design, sound engineering, performance, and screenplay.

In _______ photography and film, the images can be assimilated into the computer, thus eliminating the need for celluloid or negatives, processing chemicals, or print.

What is a "medium" in contemporary art?

• A. The message an artwork conveys

• B. The materials used to create an artwork

• C. The person who creates an artwork

• D. The technique used in applying colors

Which of the following best describes "techniques" in art?

• A. The emotional impact of an artwork

• B. The different meanings behind an artwork

• C. The methods or ways an artist uses to manipulate materials

• D. The specific colors used in an artwork

How does the choice of medium affect the meaning of an artwork?

• A. The medium has no effect on the message of an artwork

• B. Different materials create different textures and effects that influence interpretation

• C. Artists always use the same medium for all their artworks

• D. The medium only affects the size of an artwork

Which of the following is an example of a contemporary art technique?

• A. Oil painting on canvas

• B. Digital painting using graphic tablets

• C. Cave painting using natural pigments

• D. Fresco painting on wet plaster

When evaluating an artwork, why is it important to consider the technique used?

• A. Because technique determines the price of an artwork

• B. Because the technique affects the overall effect and meaning of the piece

• C. Because only traditional techniques are considered valuable

• D. Because technique is the only factor in judging an artwork’s quality