Still Life Art Quiz

What best defines a still life painting?

• A landscape with animals

• A painting of people

• A collection of everyday objects arranged for artistic study

• An abstract design using only lines

Which of the following is a common subject in still life art?

• Clouds and stars

• Fruits and bottles

• Wild animals

• Skyscrapers

Why do artists paint still life objects?

• To practice human anatomy

• To learn perspective

• To focus on shape, light, and composition

• To avoid drawing from real life

What is one key reason for carefully arranging objects in a still life?

• To make them easier to paint quickly

• To create a dramatic story

• To build an interesting composition

• To confuse the viewer

What does the video say light and shadow help show in still life?

• Color blending

• Texture and temperature

• Form and depth

• Line quality

What makes an object “everyday” in a still life context?

• It is expensive and rare

• It comes from fantasy

• It is commonly found at home

• It is used in scientific experiments

Which of these artists is well-known for still life works (as mentioned or implied in the video)?

• Leonardo da Vinci

• Claude Monet

• Vincent van Gogh

• All of the above

What does the term "composition" refer to in still life art?

• The material used to make the paint

• The layout and placement of objects

• The way the artist signs their work

• The background color

How can a still life painting tell a story?

• By showing movement

• Through symbolic or personal object choices

• By including comic strips

• Through the use of sound

What does the presenter suggest is the best way to begin your own still life artwork?

• Copy another artist

• Use objects you love or find interesting

• Only use fruit

• Use digital tools