Getting A Grip on The Basics of Art

Getting A Grip on The Basics of Art

Getting A Grip on The Basics of Art

Table of Contents

1. The Definitions of Art

2. Synonyms for Art

3. Benefits of Art

4. Examples of Art

5. Examples of Artists

6. The Elements of Art

7. The Principles of Design

8. Art History

9. Art Media

10. Review Game with Ace the Dog

11. References

Chapter 1: Definitions of Art

There are various definitions, or meanings, of art including but not limited to:

1. Creative expression

2. Any practical skill or application

3. Original innovation

4. Expression of thoughts, feelings, or observations

5. Outlet for human imagination

6. Any skill gotten by experience, education, or observation

7. Various branches of creative activity or experience

8. Any form of self-expression

9. Works created

10. Skills or abilities

Chapter 2: Synonyms for Art

There are a variety of words that mean basically the same thing as art, or innovative expression, including but not limited to:

1. Adroitness

2. Aptitude

3. Artistry

4. Craft(smanship)

5. Design

6. Dexterity

7. Draft

8. Expertise

9. Handicraft

10. Ingenuity

11. Masterpiece

Chapter 3: Benefits of Art

1. Can heal trauma, the soul and spirit at large

2. Can heal the community and society at large

3. Can facilitate self-expression and connection

4. Can facilitate problem-solving and problem-based learning

5. Can provide rest, relaxation, and reward

6. Can enhance soft and/or social

skills

7. An outlet for stress and strong emotions

8. Builds self-esteem, self-confidence, self-acceptance, self-worth, etc.

Chapter 4: Examples of Art

There are many illustrations of this innovative expressiveness including but not limited to:

1. Creative Arts, e.g.

9. Architecture

II. Basketry

III. Collectibles

IV. Drawings

V. Films

VI. Games

VII. Jewelry

VIII. Music

IX. Photography

X. Toys

Chapter 5: Examples of Artists

Who are some craftsmen from the Traditional Era, or the time period before 1900 AD?

1. Mr. Myron, who composed Discus Thrower in Ancient Greece between 800 BC and 323 BC

2. Mr. Duccio, who crafted Majestas Altarpiece between 300 AD and 1400 AD

3. Mr. Leonardo da Vinci, who handcrafted Mona Lisa during the Renaissance

4. Mr. Rembrandt, who made the Night Watch

5. Mr. Canaletto, who composed the Grand Canal

Who are some artists from the Modern and/or Post-Modern Era, which includes 1900 AD to the present?

1. Mr. Braque, who co-created The Table

2. Mr. Miro, who made the Painting

3. Mr. Rothko, who composed Four Darks on Red

4. Mr. Segal, who worked on The Bus Driver

5. Mr. Christo, who co-created Valley Curtain

6. The Disney Family, who co-created Walt Disney World in FL and Disneyland in CA

Chapter 6: Elements of Art

These are the basic building blocks of this original expression at large and these foundations include:

1. Line = most basic building block of artwork and involves a moving dot

2. Shape = 2D object

3. Form = 3D object

4. Color = reflected light

5. Value = degree of lightness or darkness

6. Space = reference of depth

7. Texture = how something feels or looks to feel; how things feel when touched

Chapter 7: The Principles of Art,  or Design

1. Alignment = how the elements of art are lined up on a page

2. Balance = equal distribution of weight

3. Contrast = the difference between at least two objects in art

4. Emphasis = focal point

5. Harmony = combination of similar elements

6. Proportion = relative size

7. Rhythm = visual beat

8. Unity = separated parts working together

Chapter 8: Art History

This is the study of creative expressions from the past:

Ancient History = the past before 1500 AD, e.g. Stonehenge and The Tower of London that were built in England during Antiquity and Middle Ages, respectively

Modern History = the past after 1500 AD, e.g. Salvi's Trevi Fountain in Rome during the Early Modern Times

Hints: Antiquity is the historical period before 500 AD and the Middle Ages are those years from about 500 AD to around 1500 AD.

The Early Modern Times are the years from approximately 1600 AD to roughly 1800 AD.

Coincidentally, all of the years before 1900 AD include the Traditional Era.

Global History involves Prehistory, the time before writing, to now.

Chapter 9: Art Media

These are art tools that are usable in the Arts, any learned skills or trades.

Examples of such tools include but are not limited to:

1. Computer

2. Color Instruments

3. Interactive Notebooks

4. Multimedia

5. Paper

6. Stencils

7. Straight Edges

8. The Visual Arts period

9. Writing Instruments

Chapter 10: Review Game with Ace the Dog

Ace the Dog will ask a series of questions relating to art and these questions will be either multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, matching, short answer, or a combination of types:

Round 1: Mixed Question Types

1. Creativity, Innovation, and Design are words that mean the same thing as art:

True or False

2. What is one benefit of Art?

3. Provide an example of art: A. Drawings B. Paintings C. Games D. Music E. All of the Above

Round 2: Matching

Hint: You can match the right letter to the right description.

1. Line B. Balance C. Color D. Harmony

1. Combination of similarity:

2. Moving dot:

3. Equal distribution of weight:

4. Reflection of light

Bonus Round: Short Answer

Provide an example of art from the Traditional Era, or the time period before 1900 AD.

Provide examples of art media that can be used for sketches, or drawings that can spur ideas for creative expressions later on.

Chapter 11: References

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