Elements & Principles Basics

What does texture refer to in art?

• The color of an object

• The tactile qualities of a surface

• The size of an artwork

• The shape of a sculpture

Which of the following is an example of an actual texture?

• A smooth painting

• A digital image

• A bumpy ceramic

• A flat drawing

What is the illusion created by a three-dimensional form on a flat surface called?

• Texture

• Perspective

• Shadowing

• Highlighting

What is a value scale used for?

• To measure the temperature of colors

• To show the range of tones from light to dark

• To identify the primary colors

• To determine the saturation of colors

What is one way artists utilize value in their work?

• By using only primary colors

• By creating a sense of depth and emphasis

• By avoiding contrast

• By using only warm colors

What are the three dimensions that sculptors and architects work with?

• Height, width, and color

• Height, width, and depth

• Length, breadth, and texture

• Length, width, and shape

What is positive space in an artwork?

• The empty areas in an artwork

• The areas filled with content

• The areas with the most color

• The areas with the least detail

What can contrast be used to create in an artwork?

• Uniformity

• Simplicity

• Visual interest and drama

• Monotony

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of unity?

• Harmony

• Continuity

• Contrast

• Variety

Which of the following is a principle of design that refers to the distribution of visual weight in a work of art?

• Rhythm

• Balance

• Emphasis

• Unity