Visual Element - Space Answers

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Examine the lithograph by Escher and answer the question below. In order to create space, Escher created space by ____________________

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varying the sizes of the objects to create and illusion of depth.
B
curving the forms of certain objects, such as the bookshelf and ceiling, in order to create the 3-dimensional sphere of the mirror.
C
leading the eye to a primary focal point (the man), and the rounding everything out.
D
including all of the above aspects.
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The art of using and understanding space involves _______________

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varying the size of objects or subjects, so that some are smaller than others and the illusion of depth is created.
B
showing a change from light to dark in an object by darkening areas that would have a shadow.
C
placing part of one shape or form in front of another.
D
all of the above.
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In Van Gogh’s Starry Night, he incorporated symbolic expression, using the visual elements of art, through all of the following actions, except which?

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The stars appear to interact with nature and the environment below, rather than being above it as they often appear in various other pieces of art.
B
The houses are painted small and seem to almost blend into the ground.
C
The artist has created the piece so that the negative space overpowers the positive space.
D
The cedar trees and mountains seem to be reaching for the sky.
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Objects in a composition occupy ____________.

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negative space
B
the forefront
C
symbolic form
D
positive space
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Define the term sfumato. Name the above fresco and its artist. Explain how the artist used sfumato in his/her piece.

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Sfumato is a painting technique that uses soft, smoky transitions between colors, tones, and outlines. The fresco is the Assumption of the Virgin by Antonio da Correggio. Correggio used sfumato to blend the angels, clouds, and light together so that the figures seem to dissolve into the heavenly space. This creates a dramatic illusion of Mary ascending into heaven.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Explain the differences between shade, shading, and shadow.

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A shade is a darker version of a color, usually made by adding black. Shading is the use of lighter and darker values to make a form look three-dimensional. A shadow is the dark area formed when an object blocks light, either on the object itself or on a surface nearby.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the piece above and its painter. How has the artist used symbolic expression in this painting? Include 3 examples/descriptions.

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The painting is *The Starry Night* by Vincent van Gogh. The swirling sky gives the scene a sense of movement and intense emotion. The bright moon and stars can suggest hope or spiritual light, while the towering cypress reaching toward the sky may symbolize a connection between earth and heaven or thoughts of mortality. The peaceful village below contrasts with the restless sky, adding to the painting’s symbolic expression.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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The question text is missing, so I cannot provide an accurate answer.

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Examine the lithograph by Escher and answer the question below. In order to create space, Escher created space by ____________________

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A
varying the sizes of the objects to create and illusion of depth.
B
curving the forms of certain objects, such as the bookshelf and ceiling, in order to create the 3-dimensional sphere of the mirror.
C
leading the eye to a primary focal point (the man), and the rounding everything out.
D
including all of the above aspects.

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