CCA grade 4

What is a still life drawing?

• A still life drawing is an artwork depicting inanimate objects.

• A still life drawing is a landscape featuring mountains and trees.

• A still life drawing is an abstract representation of emotions.

• A still life drawing is a portrait of a person.

Name one basic technique used in still life drawing.

• Proportion measurement

• Perspective drawing

• Color blending

• Texture application

What is shading in art?

• Shading is a technique used in art to create depth and volume by varying light and dark tones.

• Shading is the technique of outlining objects with black ink.

• Shading refers to the process of applying paint in a uniform layer.

• Shading is a method of mixing colors to create new hues.

List two types of shading techniques.

• Scribbling

• Hatching, Cross-hatching

• Blending

• Stippling

How does composition affect a still life drawing?

• Composition only affects the color choices in a still life.

• Composition significantly influences the balance, focus, and aesthetic appeal of a still life drawing.

• Composition has no impact on the overall drawing.

• Composition is irrelevant to the subject matter of the drawing.

What is the purpose of light in still life art?

• To create a sense of movement

• To focus solely on color without depth

• To obscure details and textures

• The purpose of light in still life art is to create depth, highlight textures, and establish mood.

What materials can be used for still life drawing?

• Digital software

• Graphite pencils, charcoal, colored pencils, pastels, ink, watercolors, acrylics.

• Wooden sculptures

• Oil paints

How do shadows enhance a still life drawing?

• Shadows are unnecessary for a still life drawing.

• Shadows make the drawing look flat and uninteresting.

• Shadows enhance a still life drawing by adding depth, contrast, and realism.

• Shadows only serve to confuse the viewer.

What is the difference between hard and soft shading?

• Hard shading has sharp edges; soft shading has blended edges.

• Hard shading is always darker than soft shading.

• Soft shading uses only black and white colors.

• Hard shading is used for all types of artwork.

Why is it important to observe objects closely in still life?

• To quickly finish the artwork without much thought.

• It is important to observe objects closely in still life to accurately capture their details and improve artistic skills.

• To create a random arrangement of objects.

• To avoid focusing on any specific details.