Visual Elements in Art: Colour
This section will help you with section (b) of any question you might attempt in your Intermediate 2 written exam. It will help you understand the concepts you will need to discuss and help you find the words.
This section will also help you prepare for your Standard Grade Essays. Discuss this with your parent or guardian. 
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Words you can use when talking about colour in painting are:

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Eyes on Art


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Matisse: Seated at Table - 1908
Other Visual Elements

Monet: Woman walking with Parasol: 1886

Balance
Shape and Pattern
Centre of Attention and Energy Lines

abstract
intense
decorative
joyful
plastic
bright
artificial

Soft
natural
atmospheric
pastel
warm
cool

Paintings you will see are ( in order):
Matisse: Set Table 1908
Monet: Woman with Parasol 1886.
Wharhol: Big Flowers :1964

 

 

 

 

 

  
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Critical Expressive Design
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