Sculpture and the Environment Answers

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Picture 1: Picture 2: Examine the examples of sculpture above. What technique was used to make each?

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A
Picture 1: carving; Picture 2: assemblage
B
Picture 1: casting; Picture 2: modeling
C
Picture 1: modeling; Picture 2: casting
D
Picture 1: assemblage; Picture 2: carving
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Assemblage is ________________

A
a technique for casting where wax is carved then heated after a mold is made, then heated so that the wax melts, leaving an impression.
B
an additive process where artists construct work by putting together objects and attaches them in some way.
C
a substitution process in which the artist models an image in a soft medium such as wax, and then replaces it with something more durable such as bronze.
D
the use of tools to chip away at a base in order to produce the sculpture.
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Which of the following is NOT true of the sculpture above?

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A
This sculpture was created by Michelangelo and is one of his most famous sculptures.
B
The light hitting the sculpture creates shadowing amongst the different parts.
C
The sculpture is an example of modeling.
D
This sculpture is entitled, Pieta.
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Which of the following is not true of sculpture in the round?

A
There are three main techniques of sculpture in the round which include, casting, carving, and assemblage.
B
It is a three dimensional form of art that is meant to be seen from all sides.
C
Sculptures in the round are usually posed in order to create an interesting composition from all viewing angles.
D
When observing a sculpture in the round, the division of positive and negative space is depending on the angle it is viewed from.
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In sculpture in the round, the division of positive and negative space is dependent on the _______________________

A
technique and materials used by the artist.
B
artist’s perspective.
C
focus and interest of the viewer.
D
angle the sculpture is being viewed from.
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Which of the following is not true?

A
Sculpture is the oldest known art form, and continues to be popular among modern artists.
B
Sculpture in the round is a form of representational art.
C
Sculptures can communicate many aspects, including movement and dynamic forms.
D
The materials an artists chooses to use is dependent on availability and cost.
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Assemblage is ________________

A
a technique for casting where wax is carved then heated after a mold is made, then heated so that the wax melts, leaving an impression.
B
an additive process where artists construct work by putting together objects and attaches them in some way.
C
a substitution process in which the artist models an image in a soft medium such as wax, and then replaces it with something more durable such as bronze.
D
the use of tools to chip away at a base in order to produce the sculpture.

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