Animation — Unit test Answers

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.

Fresco paintings are created by combining color pigments with water and then applying the substance to a plaster support, usually a wall or a ceiling. There are many beautiful examples of fresco art, however they are difficult to plan and create because the plaster dries quickly.

Painting is one of the oldest forms of art. It is long lasting, and often very eye-catching with the artists’ usage of color and details. We also tend to see painting in museums and other public centers, more than any other type of art. Opinions and reasons will vary for preference on painting.

Typeface, often called a font, is a set of lettering or characters that have specific characteristics for design, size, weight, italics, etc. Serif font is a sub category of typeface. If a font is serif, it has small lines or characters added to the ends of the characters to exaggerate and/or decorate the characters in their basic form. A sans-serif font is the opposite; the characters of a font are without embellishment or decor.

This painting is by Mary Cassat. She chose to use oil paints. When Cassat chose to use oil paints, she most likely considered that oil paints are slow drying which can make them difficult to work with, but can also allow got mixing and blending of colors to created various affects. She also would have considered that oil paints are long-lasting and retain their vibrancy over time.

Pencils have been used since the 16th century. Graphite is a mix of carbon and clay that is combined by being heated in an oven. An HB pencil is the basic pencil most people use for everyday tasks. When the H# is increased, there is less clay. This makes the texture harder and creates a very light sketch.

A symbol is a picture, sign, or image that is used to represent an object, concept, or idea. A logo is an example of a symbol, that serves the specific purpose of representing a company, idea, or service. A logo may include words, images, or a combination.

A storyboard is a visual series of rough drawings depicting the scenes of action in a story. Its purpose is to create a brief outline of the storyline in the form of pictures. Words can be added below the pictures if any clarification is needed.

Advertisement is a method of communication, whether through words or pictures, used in order to persuade the general public to consume or purchase a product or service. Advertisement opinions will vary, but should be supported with reasoning.

The painting is by Winslow Homer, and is entitled, The Adirondak Guide. It was created using watercolors. Opinion on the artist choice of media (watercolor) will vary, but should be backed with at least one reason for their answer.

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.

Oil painting is a medium in which pigments are held together using oils, usually linseed oil. The vehicle is the oil used.