GEART: Art Appreciation - Final Examination Study Guide
GEART: Art Appreciation - Final Examination Study Guide
One. Art Periods and Civilizations
The Renaissance is known as the "rebirth" of classical learning and art. Artists looked back to ancient Greek and Roman traditions while using scientific knowledge such as anatomy, proportion, and perspective. Art during this period emphasized realism, balance, harmony, and humanism. A famous example is Leonardo da Vinci, who painted the Mona Lisa, showing mastery of proportion, realism, and emotional expression.
Stone Age
Stone Age
The Stone Age refers to a prehistoric period when humans used stone tools for survival. Art during this time was functional and symbolic, often related to hunting, survival, and ritual. Cave paintings were created using natural pigments from soil, charcoal, plants, and minerals.