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vocabulary list
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| oil paint | Oil paint is a type of paint made from pigments suspended in oil, typically linseed oil, commonly used in oil painting. |
| canvas | Canvas is a strong, durable fabric used as a surface for oil painting, typically made from cotton or linen. |
| palette | A palette in oil painting is a flat surface on which artists mix and blend colors before applying them to the canvas. |
| brushes | Brushes are tools used in oil painting to apply pigment to a canvas, typically made of bristles or synthetic fibers. |
| palette knife | A palette knife is a tool used in oil painting with a blunt blade for mixing or applying paint. |
| medium | Medium in oil painting refers to the type of material used to mix with pigments, such as linseed oil or turpentine. |
| varnish | Varnish is a clear protective coating applied to oil paintings once they are fully dry to enhance colors and protect the surface. |
| impasto | Impasto is a technique in oil painting where paint is applied thickly to create texture and depth on the canvas. |
| Acrylic paint | Acrylic paint is a fast-drying paint made of pigment suspended in an acrylic polymer emulsion, commonly used in acrylic painting. |
| Canvas | A canvas is a fabric surface used for acrylic painting, typically made of cotton or linen stretched over a wooden frame. |
| Brush | A brush is a tool with bristles used to apply acrylic paint onto a canvas, typically made of synthetic or natural fibers. |
| Palette | A palette in acrylic painting refers to a flat surface where an artist mixes and blends colors before applying them. |
| Medium | In acrylic painting, medium refers to the substance added to paint to change its texture, drying time, or finish. |
| Blending | Blending in acrylic painting refers to the technique of seamlessly mixing two or more colors together to create smooth transitions. |
| Texture | Texture in acrylic painting refers to the surface quality of a painting created through different application techniques or mediums. |
| Layering | Layering in acrylic painting is the technique of applying multiple coats of paint to create depth, texture, and visual interest. |
| Watercolor | Watercolor is a type of painting in which pigment is suspended in a water-based solution and applied to paper. |
| Pigment | Pigment refers to the colored substance added to watercolor paint to give it color and opacity when applied to paper. |
| Brush | A brush is a tool with bristles used to apply watercolor paint to paper, allowing for various techniques and effects. |
| Paper | Paper for watercolor painting refers to a special type of absorbent paper designed to hold and distribute watercolor pigment. |
| Wash | "Wash in watercolor painting refers to a thin, transparent layer of paint applied to achieve a smooth, even color coverage." |
| Palette | A palette in watercolor painting is a flat surface on which an artist mixes and blends colors before applying them. |
| Layering | Layering in watercolor painting is the technique of applying multiple translucent washes of color on top of each other. |
| Transparent | Transparent in watercolor painting refers to colors that allow light to pass through, creating luminous and layered effects. |
| Composition | Composition in abstract painting refers to the arrangement of elements such as color, shape, and line on the canvas. |
| Color theory | Color theory in abstract painting is the study of how colors interact and how they can create harmonious or contrasting compositions. |
| Form | Form in abstract painting refers to the visual elements that make up the composition, such as shapes, lines, and colors. |
| Texture | Texture in abstract painting refers to the physical quality of the surface, created through layering, brushstrokes, and other techniques. |
| Abstraction | Abstraction in abstract painting refers to the use of shapes, colors, and forms to create a non-representational artwork. |
| Gesture | A gesture in abstract painting refers to the expressive and spontaneous movement of the artist's hand or brushstroke. |
| Non-representational | Non-representational in abstract painting refers to art that does not depict recognizable objects or figures, focusing on shapes, colors, and textures. |
| Expressionism | Expressionism in abstract painting is a style that emphasizes the artist's emotional response rather than a realistic depiction. |
| landscape | Landscape painting depicts outdoor scenes, typically featuring natural scenery such as mountains, forests, rivers, and skies, in a creative manner. |
| composition | Composition in landscape painting refers to the arrangement of elements such as trees, mountains, and water to create a harmonious scene. |
| perspective | Perspective in landscape painting refers to the technique of creating depth and distance on a two-dimensional surface using spatial cues. |
| atmosphere | Atmosphere in landscape painting refers to the overall quality of light, color, and mood that creates a sense of depth and distance. |
| foreground | Foreground in landscape painting refers to the area closest to the viewer, often containing detailed elements and creating depth. |
| background | Background in landscape painting refers to the part of the composition that appears farthest from the viewer, often depicting distant scenery. |
| horizon | In landscape painting, the horizon is the line where the earth meets the sky, separating the two elements. |
| palette | A palette in landscape painting refers to the range of colors an artist uses to create a specific painting. |
| portrait | A portrait painting is a artistic representation of a specific person, capturing their likeness, personality, and emotions through visual art. |
| painting | Portrait painting is the artistic representation of a person's likeness, typically focusing on their face and expression through paint. |
| artist | An artist in portrait painting is a skilled individual who creates visual representations of people, capturing their likeness and personality. |
| canvas | A canvas is a piece of cloth or fabric used as a surface for painting portraits, typically made of linen or cotton. |
| brushstroke | A brushstroke is a mark made on a canvas by a paintbrush, often used to create texture, form, and detail. |
| likeness | Likeness in portrait painting refers to the accuracy and resemblance of the subject's physical features captured by the artist. |
| composition | Composition in portrait painting refers to the arrangement of elements within the artwork, including the subject, background, and overall design. |
| subject | The subject in portrait painting refers to the person or object being depicted in the artwork. It is the main focus. |