Sculpture 1 Vocab Unit 3

Mosaic

• A technique using small pieces of material (glass, stone, paper) to create an image.

• A method of painting with watercolors on canvas.

• A style of sculpture that uses large blocks of stone.

• A form of digital art created using software.

Proportion

• The relationship of sizes between different parts of an artwork.

• The technique of using light and shadow in art.

• The overall theme or message conveyed in a piece of art.

• The choice of colors used in an artwork.

Golden Ratio

• A mathematical ratio often found in nature and art, related to human face proportions.

• A type of geometric sequence used in architecture.

• A ratio that describes the relationship between the sides of a right triangle.

• A formula used to calculate the area of a circle.

Collage

• A technique combining various materials to create a layered composition.

• A method of painting using only one color.

• A style of sculpture that uses only metal.

• A form of digital art that involves animation.

Texture

• The way a surface feels or appears to feel.

• The color of an object.

• The size of an object.

• The shape of an object.

Focal Point

• The area of an artwork that draws the most attention.

• A technique used to create depth in a painting.

• The color scheme used in an artwork.

• The overall theme or message of the artwork.

High Relief

• A type of relief sculpture with significant depth and projection.

• A flat sculpture with minimal depth.

• A painting that uses shadows to create depth.

• A sculpture that is entirely three-dimensional.

Paper Mâché

• A sculptural material made from paper pieces combined with glue or paste.

• A type of paint used for artistic purposes.

• A technique for binding books and documents.

• A form of digital art created using software.

Armature

• A type of paint used in sculpture.

• A framework used to support a sculpture, often made of wire, wood, or other materials.

• A tool for carving stone.

• A method of casting metal sculptures.

Distortion

• Altering proportions or forms for expressive purposes.

• Maintaining original proportions for accuracy.

• Creating a realistic representation of objects.

• Using exaggerated colors for artistic effect.