the emptiness around or within objects

used to create a sense of depth

near or far away

• the way a surface feels
• the surface quality of a figure or shape
• can be rough, smooth, soft, hard
• can be glossy, physical or visual like an illusion

• a self-contained, defined area of a 2 or 3 dimensional area creating a form
• has 2 types: geometric like squares, circles, and triangles; organic like leaves, animals, clouds

• the darkness or lightness of artwork
• represents the mood of the artist

• the texture of the surface
• the color that appears
• the shape that emerges

• repeated use of lines, colors, and other visual elements
• provides decorative effects

what the eyes notice

the focal point of an artwork

the different ways art can be created such as:

emphasis, blance, rhythm, contrast, movement, and harmony

• carving wood or stone
• constructing
• models like clay, paper mache
• casting using plaster or imprints

1. perception
2. creative expression
3. historical/cultural heritage
4. critical evalaution

• connection with other subjects
• critical thinking
• creativity
• using technology
• exhibits to display, motivate, and reinforce
• individualized instruction with focus on self-pace

are all what type of strategies?

1. art making
2. art criticism
3. art history
4. aesthetics

are known as...