Elements of Art Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Visual Arts has 25 clues. Answers range from 3 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

Description

A mark that connects 2 points and is greater in length than in width
A closed line creates this. These are 2D, flat and vary
A 3D shape that expresses length, width and depth
This represents the wavelengths of white light reflected off objects
Defines the lightness and darkness of an object or area. Every color has one of these
The area between and around objects - real ___ is 3D. The feeling/illusion of this can be created in 2D artwork
A surface quality that can be seen or felt - rough, smooth, hard, soft
The distribution of the visual weight in a composition to achieve a sense of stability
Refers to differences in values, colors, textures, and other elements to achieve emphasis and contrast
The repetition of an object or symbol all over the artwork. This may be achieved by the repetition/combination of lines, colors and shapes
The path the viewer's eye takes through the composition
The relation between elements and a whole
Where an object in the foreground is drawn dramatically shorter than it is in real life to show depth
Space of content in a painting of an object or person
Space of content in a painting of background or blank space
When one object sits on top and partially hides another object
Line of sight/horizon line is above object
A series of spaces filled with the tints and shades of one color, starting with white or the lightest tint on one end, and gradually changing into the darkest shade or black on the other.
The part of a two-dimensional picture or scene that appears to be farthest away from the viewer, usually nearest the horizon.
A radial diagram of colors in which primary and secondary, and sometimes intermediate colors are displayed as an aid to color identification, choosing, and mixing.
The name of any color as found in its pure state in the spectrum or rainbow, or that aspect of any color.
The colors yellow, red, and blue from which it is possible to mix all the other colors of the spectrum
A soft and light color — one to which white has been added.
Analogous colors family consisting of greens, blues, and violets
Analogous colors family consisting of reds, oranges, and yellows.

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