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Visual Arts: Art Terminology

SCSA Glossary

SCSA. (2018). Year 11 and 12 | Visual Artys. Retrieved from https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/syllabus-andsupport-materials/arts/visual-arts

We use art terminology that helps us, to categorise concepts, styles, approaches, techniques and processes. Sometimes the terms are self-evident, and at other times their meaning may not be quite so clear.

Art Terminology

Art Terminology: Brief explanations of terminology used in the theory and practice of art.

Art Terms: An online glossary designed to explain and illuminate art terminology.

Glossary of Art Terms: MoMA website with explanations about the materials, techniques, movements and themes of modern and contemporary art.

Glossary of Art Terms: Art Terms plus information on paintings, art instruction, drawing, design, appreciation and artist profiles.