Chapter 9 Vocab

Chapter 9:

1. Describe three ways to define a pattern in art or theory?

It can be a repetition of a motif that creates a design, a repetition of thoughts or actions, or a decoration that takes up a surface.

2. How can a grid help to define a pattern?

It helps repeat an idea or motif in an orderly fashion.

3. Describe the similarities and differences in pattern and texture?

They both share the same characteristic of repetition, however, they function differently. A texture evokes a sense of touch while a pattern provides a design appealing to the eye.

4. How can texture be used to create visual interest?
It can create a contrast in surfaces to create visual interest. 

5. What is the difference between actual and implied texture?

Actual texture is when you can actually feel the textured surface and implied texture are marks that make you seem like there is texture but actually you cannot feel the texture. 

6. How do you define collage? Give an example

A collage is creating a design by pasting down pieces of colored and textured materials. An example would be The Sermon on Mount, 1999 by Michael Albert. 

7. What is tromp L’oile? (French term: fool to the eye)

When an artist copies the exact visual color and value pattern of each surface.