Hilary Pecis Analysis Quiz

Which medium was used to create this artwork?

• Oil paints

• Acrylic paints

• Watercolours

• Digital media

How does the artist’s use of flat colour impact the overall feel of the artwork?

• It creates depth and realism

• It gives the artwork a graphic and bold appearance

• It makes the artwork look unfinished

• It creates a sense of chaos and clutter

What type of colour palette is primarily used in this artwork?

• Neutral and earthy

• Vibrant and saturated

• Muted and pastel

• Dark and monochromatic

How would you describe the tonal range in the artwork?

• A narrow tonal range with limited contrast

• A wide blocky tonal range with strong light and dark contrasts

• Monotone with no tonal variety

• Predominantly dark tones with minimal highlights

What role does pattern play in this artwork?

• It creates harmony between the objects

• It contrasts the flat colours, adding visual interest

• It distracts from the central focus

• It simplifies the composition

Which visual element is most important in establishing mood and atmosphere in the artwork?

• Texture

• Line

• Colour

• Shape

How is texture implied in the artwork?

• Through realistic rendering of surfaces

• Through detailed brushwork and layering to achieve realism

• Through the use of patterns and flat areas of colour which makes the work seem poster like.

• Through actual texture on the surface

How are the objects arranged in the composition?

• Symmetrically, with objects evenly balanced

• Centrally clustered, creating a strong focal point

• Randomly scattered across the surface

• Horizontally aligned, following a clear line

What effect does the framing of the background images have on the composition?

• It creates a sense of depth

• It distracts from the objects on the table

• It gives the artwork a flat, layered feel

• It isolates the objects on the table

Which compositional feature creates a path through the artwork?

• The repetition of colours and shapes

• The use of symmetry in the layout

• Leading line in the tablecloth

• The uniformity of patterns and textures