Study the word list: GCSE Art 3

Key words for GCSE Art.

Word list: GCSE Art 3

	thematic	Thematic is when the artwork relates to a particular theme.
	expressive	Expressive art conveys a thought or feeling.
	appearance	Appearance is how the artwork looks.
	deconstruction	Deconstruction describes something that is being distorted or fragmented.
	objective	Objective artwork accurately represents the real world.
	subjective	Subjective artwork is influenced by the artist's point of view.
	interpretation	Interpretation is how an artist translates what they have learnt or seen into their work.
	representational	Representational art has strong visual references to the real world.
	formal	Formal elements are the various parts that make up a piece of art.
	elements	Formal elements are the various parts that make up a piece of art.
	application	Application is the way materials are used while creating art, for example how the paint is applied to a canvas.
	experiment	Artists experiment with techniques, processes, and styles to progress.
	exploration	Exploration is to investigate and study an area in detail for inspiration.
	media	In art, media are the materials used to create work.
	technique	Technique is the application of skills and approaches to produce work.
	process	In art, process refers to the steps taken in order to create work.
	material	A material is a substance or surface used to create a piece of art.
	mixed-media	Mixed-media is when more than one medium is used to create artwork.
	depth	Depth refers the the visual effect of distance in an artwork.
	pencil	A pencil is a lead drawing instrument.