Graphic Design — Unit test Answers

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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Drawing was one of the only ways to capture life and people before the invention of cameras and the development of photography.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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Tempera is a water-based painting medium made by blending egg yolks with water, or sometimes other materials such as glue. It is often used to paint frescos and panels, and is popular because it is relatively inexpensive and dries quickly.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. What are the two primary functions for drawing?

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Drawing can serve a purpose, or can exist as works of art in their own right. Drawings may be preparation for a more durable, complex work such as a painting or sculpture. As works of art, they can be illustrations for a text, a cartoon, a book, or a myth, or they can be pieces of art to be presented.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences. What is aquatint, including the form of Intaglio it is connected to? Which of the pieces below is an example of aquatint? Picture 1: Picture 2:

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A type of etching that uses powdered resin that stops the acid from eating away at the surface, creating a tonal effect. Picture 1 is an example of aquatint.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the above art work, its artist, and the technique used to create it. Which artistic movement was this artist and piece a part of? Why is it an example of this artistic movement?

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This is an example of a collage called, Cut with the Kitchen Knife Collage. It is by Hanna Hock. The artist created this piece as an example of the Dada movement. It is an example of Dada because although it is nonsensical, it is still an interesting and engaging display.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Explain how wood engraving is done, including its primary benefit. Which artist perfected this type of relief printing?

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Wood engraving is the process of carving into the hard side of a piece of wood. It is useful if the artist wants to add a lot of fine detail to the image, rather than color for instance. It was perfected by Thomas Bewick.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences. Picture 1: Picture 2: Determine from the lesson which painting media was used to create each image above. What vehicle and binder were used for each?

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Picture 1: It is an example of tempera. The vehicle used is water and the binder is egg yolk. Picture 2: It is an example of gouache. The vehicle is water and the binder is gum arabic.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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Stained glass is made by taking pieces of colored glass and putting leading between them, which dries and form a frame that is connected to a base-frame. They are typically found in Gothic-style cathedrals in Western Europe.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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The three main types of Intaglio printing are etching, engraving, and drypoint.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the painting above and its artist. What media was used to create this piece? Why do you think the artist chose to use this media for this piece?

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The painting is The Adirondack Guide by Winslow Homer. It was created using watercolor. Homer may have chosen watercolor because its fluid, transparent washes work well for showing the reflections and changing light on the water. The medium also helps convey the vivid colors and loose, natural forms of the wooded setting.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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The gouge is a triangular shaped printmaking tool used to produce a rounded line. Graves are also used for scraping out the wood. Another tool used is a knife. Some commonly used types of knives include: hangit (Japanese), mat, palette, and x-acto. Leather pads, chalk, and brayers. Lastly, paper and ink is also used.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the artist that created the two pieces of artwork. Explain why the two pieces are similar, the order in which they were created, and the purpose of each.

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Picasso created the two pieces of artwork. The pieces of artwork are similar, because the picture on the left is a sketch for the completed work of art shown on the right, Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. Picasso drew the image on the left first, preparing a strong visual concept before beginning work on the final version. By creating sketches, artists can sort out ideas and vary the arrangement of visual art elements and design principles, allowing adjustments to be made before beginning a final piece. Also, drawing is a relatively inexpensive form of art, so it can be beneficial for the artist to work out details in a sketch before beginning a final piece, which usually requires much more expensive materials.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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Silverpoint is a technique that uses a thin silver wire in a stick to create a drawing. It was first used during the 14th and 15th centuries. It can create unique and beautiful pieces of art, but is also difficult to work with and expensive.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Examine the two advertisements above. In your opinion, is advertisement, like the two above, a form of art? Use terms and concepts from the lesson to support your opinion.

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Yes, advertisements like these can be considered a form of art because they use creative visual design to communicate a message. The Nike swoosh, for example, uses a simple, curved shape and strong contrast to create a memorable image. Designers arrange elements such as shape, color, and composition to attract viewers and express a brand’s identity. Advertising has a persuasive purpose, but that purpose does not prevent it from being artistic.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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The question itself appears to be missing from the prompt, so I can’t determine what it is asking.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Look at the piece above. What type of medium was used to create this piece? How were the different values achieved? What makes this medium challenging?

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This piece is an example of silverpoint. The values in a silverpoint work are created by using a thin wire that is held by a cylinder-shaped holder. The artist must slowly build up scratches overtime, in order to created darker values. The greater the etching or scratching, the darker the value. This medium is challenging because it cannot be erased and it takes a long time.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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The question itself is not included here. Please provide it so I can answer the intended prompt. Without the question, I can’t determine which information should be included in the response.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences. Explain how fresco paintings are created. What are advantages and/or disadvantages of fresco?

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Frescoes are made by painting pigment mixed with water onto wet plaster, which locks the color into the wall as it dries. Frescoes can last a very long time, but the artist must work quickly and corrections are difficult.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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Medium is the art material that is used in a work of art such as clay, paint or pencil. Describing more then one art medium is referred to as media. In painting, medium can also refer to any substance added to color to facilitate application or to achieve a desired effect.

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