How can shapes be used in an abstract painting?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To show a feeling or idea
Correct answer: D. In an abstract painting, the artist does not have to copy a recognisable object exactly. Shapes may be simplified, distorted, repeated or arranged freely to suggest an emotion, thought, movement or visual idea. A is wrong because abstract art is not limited to copying real objects. B is unrelated: a shape does not communicate the price of paper. C is wrong because shapes are not used merely to erase lines; they are active visual elements. D is correct because the viewer can respond to the mood or idea suggested by the arrangement of shapes. Memory cue: abstract shapes communicate more through suggestion than direct imitation.
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To show a feeling or idea
Why is this the correct answer?
Correct answer: D. In an abstract painting, the artist does not have to copy a recognisable object exactly. Shapes may be simplified, distorted, repeated or arranged freely to suggest an emotion, thought, movement or visual idea. A is wrong because abstract art is not limited to copying real objects. B is unrelated: a shape does not communicate the price of paper. C is wrong because shapes are not used merely to erase lines; they are active visual elements. D is correct because the viewer can respond to the mood or idea suggested by the arrangement of shapes. Memory cue: abstract shapes communicate more through suggestion than direct imitation.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Art Education question. Chapter: Fundamentals of Visual Arts. Topic: Shape.
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