Exploring Floral Art and Emotions

Which artist is famous for painting large, close-up flowers that often fill the entire canvas, using bold and vibrant colours to evoke strong emotions?

• Vincent van Gogh

• Georgia O'Keeffe

• Henri Matisse

• David Hockney

Van Gogh’s “Sunflowers” series is known for its use of which dominant colour, often associated with warmth and happiness?

• Blue

• Yellow

• Red

• Green

Which artist’s flower paintings are often described as joyful and playful, using bright, flat colours and simple shapes to celebrate the beauty of nature?

• Henri Matisse

• Vincent van Gogh

• Georgia O'Keeffe

• David Hockney

David Hockney’s flower paintings often reflect which aspect of nature?

• The wildness and unpredictability of nature

• The structured beauty of gardens and landscapes

• The darkness and gloom of winter

• The sadness of autumn

Which of the following artists is most associated with using colour to express intense personal emotions in their flower paintings?

• David Hockney

• Henri Matisse

• Vincent van Gogh

• Georgia O'Keeffe

In Matisse’s flower paintings, what is the main effect of his use of bright, contrasting colours?

• To create a sense of sadness

• To make the flowers look realistic

• To evoke feelings of joy and energy

• To show the passage of time

Which artist’s flower paintings are often inspired by the landscapes and natural beauty of the American Southwest?

• Vincent van Gogh

• Georgia O'Keeffe

• Henri Matisse

• David Hockney

Van Gogh’s use of thick, swirling brushstrokes in his flower paintings helps to:

• Make the flowers look flat

• Add movement and emotion to the artwork

• Hide the flowers in the background

• Create a sense of coldness

Which artist is known for using cut-out shapes and collage techniques in their later flower artworks?

• David Hockney

• Henri Matisse

• Vincent van Gogh

• Georgia O'Keeffe

David Hockney’s flower paintings often feature which of the following characteristics?

• Monochrome colours

• Bright, cheerful palettes and clear outlines

• Dark, moody backgrounds

• Abstract, unrecognisable forms