The Nature of Art Answers

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Read the quote below and answer the question that follows. “Picasso was the gateway to true modern art. His painting [...] is considered the birth of modern art, which influenced many of the other great modern painters. Art doesn't need to be perfectly and accurately represented images to be beautiful; art is intended to invoke a mood to the viewer.” Do you agree with the author regarding Picasso and the definition of art? Why or why not?

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Explain the difference between proportion and balance.

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. The creative input of the artist and the meaning behind what was created is as important as the elements of art. Describe how the artist has used proportion and composition in this piece. In your opinion, what was the artist trying to convey to the observer?

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. The bronze sculpture (left) was created by Constantin Brancusi and is called Bird in Space. The watercolor (right) was painted by James Audubon and is called Wild Turkey. Describe the message each artist wanted to convey to the observer.

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Define symmetry. What does symmetry provide for artwork?

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Why is the sculpture in the picture considered a piece of art? Use keywords and art terms from the lesson to answer the question.

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Define the following terms: ImageryProportionDesign

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Which is more effective in transmitting information about a bird, Brancusi’s Bird in Space or John Audubon’s Wild Turkey?

Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. By definition, what is "art"? What do you consider "art"?