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Humaniora ACT - Konst och Slöjd

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord relaterade till konst och hantverk, såsom "brodera", "appliqué", "avbilda", etc., som kommer att hjälpa dig att klara dina ACT.

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ACT Vocabulary for Humanities
expressionist
[Substantiv]

an artist who is following the principles of expressionism, focusing on expressing the inner world and emotions rather than the external world

expressionist

expressionist

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postimpressionist
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an artist from the late 19th century who expanded the techniques of Impressionism by focusing on personal expression, geometric forms, and vivid colors, rejecting its limitations

postimpressionist

postimpressionist

Ex: Studying the art of a Postimpressionist can reveal insights into the transition from Impressionism to more abstract movements.Att studera konsten hos en **postimpressionist** kan avslöja insikter om övergången från impressionism till mer abstrakta rörelser.
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naturalism
[Substantiv]

a literary and artistic movement initiated in the late 19th century, marked by the accurate depiction of detail

naturalism

naturalism

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surrealist
[Substantiv]

an artist or writer who is an advocate of surrealism, seeking to portray the creative side of the unconscious mind

surrealist

surrealist

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oeuvre
[Substantiv]

the collection of artistic or literary works produced by a particular painter, author, etc.

verk

verk

Ex: As a scholar of literature , she dedicated her career to studying the oeuvre of Jane Austen , uncovering new insights into her timeless novels .Som litteraturvetare ägnade hon sin karriär åt att studera Jane Austens **verk** och upptäckte nya insikter om hennes tidlösa romaner.
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conceptual
[adjektiv]

involving ideas rather than physical objects or experiences

konceptuell, abstrakt

konceptuell, abstrakt

Ex: The professor encouraged students to engage in conceptual analysis to deepen their understanding of complex theories .Professorn uppmuntrade studenterna att engagera sig i **konceptuell** analys för att fördjupa sin förståelse av komplexa teorier.
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abstract
[adjektiv]

(of a form of art) showing forms, colors, or shapes that do not represent real-world objects, focusing on ideas or emotions instead

abstrakt, icke-figurativ

abstrakt, icke-figurativ

Ex: The gallery featured an exhibit of abstract paintings that challenged traditional notions of representation .Galleriet presenterade en utställning av **abstrakta** målningar som utmanade traditionella föreställningar om representation.
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exhibition
[Substantiv]

a public event at which paintings, photographs, or other things are shown

utställning, exposition

utställning, exposition

Ex: The gallery hosted an exhibition of vintage posters from the early 20th century .Galleriet arrangerade en **utställning** av vintageaffischer från början av 1900-talet.
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aesthetic
[adjektiv]

relating to the enjoyment or appreciation of beauty or art, especially visual art

estetisk

estetisk

Ex: Her blog is dedicated to exploring the aesthetic aspects of contemporary architecture .Hennes blogg är tillägnad att utforska de **estetiska** aspekterna av samtida arkitektur.
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avant-garde
[adjektiv]

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

avantgardistisk

avantgardistisk

Ex: In the realm of visual art , avant-garde painters explore new forms of expression , pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create groundbreaking works that defy categorization .Inom visuell konst utforskar **avantgardistiska** målare nya uttrycksformer, och skjuter gränserna för traditionella tekniker för att skapa banbrytande verk som trotsar kategorisering.
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derivative
[adjektiv]

resembling or imitating a previous work, often in a way that lacks originality

deriverad,  imiterande

deriverad, imiterande

Ex: The music felt derivative, mimicking the style of earlier pop songs .Musiken kändes **derivativ**, härmande stilen hos tidigare poplåtar.
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to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

visa upp, framvisa

visa upp, framvisa

Ex: The fashion event is showcasing the designer 's latest collection on the runway .Modeevenemanget **visar upp** designerns senaste kollektion på catwalken.
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to conceive or envision something in a new or different way with creativity or innovation

omtänka, nytt tänka

omtänka, nytt tänka

Ex: The author reimagined the plot of the novel , exploring alternative storylines and character arcsFörfattaren **omtolkade** romanens handling, utforskade alternativa handlingar och karaktärsutvecklingar.
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brushstroke
[Substantiv]

a mark made by a brush when applying paint to a surface

penseldrag, penselslag

penseldrag, penselslag

Ex: The watercolorist utilized transparent washes and delicate brushstrokes to achieve the soft, ethereal quality of the landscape painting.Akvarellisten använde genomskinliga tvättar och delikata **penseldrag** för att uppnå den mjuka, eteriska kvaliteten hos landskapsmåleriet.
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contrast
[Substantiv]

differences in color or in brightness and darkness that an artist uses in a painting or photograph to create a special effect

kontrast

kontrast

Ex: The room decor featured a contrast of warm and cool colors , creating a dynamic visual impact .Rummets inredning uppvisade en **kontrast** mellan varma och kalla färger, vilket skapade en dynamisk visuell effekt.
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to depict
[Verb]

to represent or show something or someone by a work of art

avbilda, skildra

avbilda, skildra

Ex: The stained glass window in the church depicts religious scenes from the Bible .Glasmålningen i kyrkan **avbildar** religiösa scener från Bibeln.
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to manage to express a mood, quality, scene, etc. accurately in a piece of art

fånga, uttrycka

fånga, uttrycka

Ex: The sculpture perfectly captured the grace of the dancer .Skulpturen **fångade** dansösens grace perfekt.
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installation
[Substantiv]

an artwork or artistic creation that is specifically designed for a particular space, environment, or site

installation

installation

Ex: The artist-in-residence program provided studio space and resources for artists to develop new installations.Konstnärsresidensprogrammet erbjöd ateljéutrymme och resurser för konstnärer att utveckla nya **installationer**.
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to serve as a clear instance or representation of a broader concept or situation

illustrera, demonstrera

illustrera, demonstrera

Ex: The artist 's work illustrates the evolution of abstract art in the 20th century .Konstnärens arbete **illustrerar** utvecklingen av abstrakt konst under 1900-talet.
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portraiture
[Substantiv]

the art or act of making portraits of people

porträtt, porträttkonst

porträtt, porträttkonst

Ex: The artist 's studio specializes in custom portraiture for clients worldwide .Konstnärens studio specialiserar sig på anpassade **porträtt** för kunder över hela världen.
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perspective
[Substantiv]

the technique of representing a two-dimensional object in a way that gives the right impression of distance by drawing objects and people that are farther in a smaller size

perspektiv, synvinkel

perspektiv, synvinkel

Ex: The instructor emphasized perspective to improve the students ' spatial accuracy .Instruktören betonade vikten av **perspektiv** för att förbättra elevernas rumsliga noggrannhet.
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flatstyle
[Substantiv]

a minimalist approach to painting, characterized by the use of bold, flat colors and simplified forms without much shading or depth

platt stil, minimalistisk tillvägagångssätt för målning

platt stil, minimalistisk tillvägagångssätt för målning

Ex: The muralist opted for a flatstyle mural to adorn the community center .Muralisten valde en **flatstyle** mural för att pryda samhällscentret.
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mural
[Substantiv]

a large painting done on a wall

väggmålning, mural

väggmålning, mural

Ex: The ancient cave paintings discovered in France are some of the earliest known examples of murals depicting daily life and hunting scenes .De antika grottmålningarna som upptäcktes i Frankrike är några av de tidigaste kända exemplen på **väggmålningar** som skildrar vardagsliv och jaktscener.
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graffiti
[Substantiv]

pictures or words that are drawn on a public surface such as walls, doors, trains, etc.

graffiti, klotter

graffiti, klotter

Ex: Many artists use graffiti to make social or political statements , expressing their views on walls and alleyways across the city .Många konstnärer använder **graffiti** för att göra sociala eller politiska uttalanden och uttrycka sina åsikter på väggar och gränder över hela staden.
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blueprint
[Substantiv]

a detailed plan or design, typically technical or architectural, that outlines the dimensions, materials, and specifications for construction or production

detaljerad plan, teknisk design

detaljerad plan, teknisk design

Ex: The blueprint included diagrams and annotations for plumbing and electrical systems .**Ritningen** inkluderade diagram och anteckningar för VVS- och elsystem.
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sculptor
[Substantiv]

someone who makes works of art by carving or shaping stone, wood, clay, metal, etc. into different forms

skulptör, bildhuggare

skulptör, bildhuggare

Ex: The community commissioned the sculptor to create a public art installation that would reflect the city 's cultural heritage and identity .Samhället anlitade **skulptören** för att skapa en offentlig konstinstallation som skulle spegla stadens kulturarv och identitet.
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curator
[Substantiv]

someone who is in charge of a museum, taking care of a collection, artwork, etc.

intendent

intendent

Ex: The curator's expertise in art history ensures accurate interpretation of the museum 's exhibits .**Kuratorns** expertis inom konsthistoria säkerställer en korrekt tolkning av museets utställningar.
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cartoonist
[Substantiv]

an artist who specializes in creating humorous drawings, often in the form of comic strips or cartoons

serietecknare, karikatyrtecknare

serietecknare, karikatyrtecknare

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calligraphy
[Substantiv]

the art of producing beautiful handwriting using special writing instruments such as a dip or brush pen

kalligrafi, konsten att skriva vackert

kalligrafi, konsten att skriva vackert

Ex: Modern calligraphers often blend traditional techniques with contemporary designs to create stunning artworks.Moderna kalligrafer blandar ofta traditionella tekniker med moderna design för att skapa fantastiska konstverk.
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monochromatic
[adjektiv]

consisting of a single color or shades of a single color

monokromatisk, enfärgad

monokromatisk, enfärgad

Ex: The artist 's collection showcased a series of monochromatic sculptures in bronze .Konstnärens samling visade en serie **monokromatiska** skulpturer i brons.
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collage
[Substantiv]

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

kollage, montering

kollage, montering

Ex: The gallery showcased collages depicting nature scenes made from pressed flowers and leaves .Galleriet visade **kollage** som avbildade naturscener gjorda av pressade blommor och löv.
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pointillism
[Substantiv]

an art technique using tiny dots of color to create an image

pointillism, pointillismteknik

pointillism, pointillismteknik

Ex: The pointillism style lent itself well to capturing the play of light and shadow , with dots of color blending optically to create a sense of depth and movement in the artwork .**Pointillism**-stilen lämpar sig väl för att fånga spelet mellan ljus och skugga, med färgpunkter som optiskt blandas för att skapa en känsla av djup och rörelse i konstverket.
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effigy
[Substantiv]

a physical illustration of someone, especially a graven image or statue, often life-size

avbildning, staty

avbildning, staty

Ex: In the square , they unveiled an effigy of the city 's founder .På torget avtäckte de en **bildstod** av stadens grundare.
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basilica
[Substantiv]

a large, rectangular building with a central nave, side aisles, and often a raised apse at one end

basilika, basilikabyggnad

basilika, basilikabyggnad

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vaulted
[adjektiv]

(of a roof) built in form of a arch or several arches joined together

valvd, byggd i form av en båge

valvd, byggd i form av en båge

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architectural
[adjektiv]

relating to the study or art of constructing or designing a building

arkitektonisk,  byggnadsteknisk

arkitektonisk, byggnadsteknisk

Ex: The architectural style of the cathedral reflects the cultural influences of the region's history.Katedralens **arkitektoniska** stil speglar de kulturella influenserna från regionens historia.
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yarn
[Substantiv]

a long continuous length of fibers that have been spun together to be used in knitting, weaving, or sewing

garn, ull

garn, ull

Ex: The store offers a wide selection of yarns, including cotton , acrylic , and wool blends .Butiken erbjuder ett brett urval av **garn**, inklusive blandningar av bomull, akryl och ull.
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tapestry
[Substantiv]

a thick piece of handwoven textile with designs or pictures on it that is used for hangings, curtains, etc.

väggbonad, tapet

väggbonad, tapet

Ex: He admired the tapestry in the church , which depicted scenes from biblical stories .Han beundrade **tapeten** i kyrkan, som avbildade scener ur bibliska berättelser.
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dye
[Substantiv]

a colored substance used to impart or alter the color of materials such as fabric, yarn, or other items through immersion or application

färgämne, färg

färgämne, färg

Ex: She learned how to make her own dye using natural ingredients .Hon lärde sig att göra sin egen **färg** med naturliga ingredienser.
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sampler
[Substantiv]

a piece of embroidery or needlework that serves as a model or demonstration of different stitches and techniques

broderiprover, stygnmodell

broderiprover, stygnmodell

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beadwork
[Substantiv]

the art of assembling beads or other small objects, such as shells, stones, or seeds, into decorative or functional designs

pärlarbete, pärlkonst

pärlarbete, pärlkonst

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printmaking
[Substantiv]

the activity of reproducing designs or pictures by pressing a raised surface covered in ink against paper

grafik, tryckning

grafik, tryckning

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motif
[Substantiv]

a decorative element or design that is added to clothing or fabric, serving to enhance its appearance or convey a particular style or theme

motiv, design

motiv, design

Ex: They selected a motif of birds for the new tablecloth design .De valde ett **motiv** av fåglar för den nya bordduksdesignen.
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pottery
[Substantiv]

the skill or activity of making dishes, pots, etc. using clay

keramik

keramik

Ex: Pottery has a rich history spanning cultures and civilizations .**Keramik** har en rik historia som sträcker sig över kulturer och civilisationer.
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to glaze
[Verb]

to insert a piece of glass into a building's window frame

glasera, sätta i glas

glasera, sätta i glas

Ex: The window installation team glazed the skylights with transparent glass to maximize natural light in the atrium .Fönsterinstallationslaget **glasade** takfönstren med transparent glas för att maximera det naturliga ljuset i atriet.
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handicraft
[Substantiv]

the activity or art of skillfully using one’s hand to create attractive objects

hantverk, handarbete

hantverk, handarbete

Ex: Mastering the handicraft of leatherworking requires years of experience .Att bemästra **hantverket** inom läderarbete kräver år av erfarenhet.
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to create fabric or a fabric item by interlocking loops of yarn or thread using a hooked needle

virka

virka

Ex: She is crocheting a cozy blanket for the upcoming winter .Hon **virkar** en mysig filt för den kommande vintern.
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needlework
[Substantiv]

the craft of creating decorative or functional items using a needle and thread or yarn, typically through techniques like sewing, embroidery, or knitting

broderi, sömnad

broderi, sömnad

Ex: Needlework classes at the community center teach participants how to sew and embroider .**Handarbetsklasser** på community center lär deltagarna att sy och brodera.
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applique
[Substantiv]

a decorative design made by cutting out and stitching a different piece of fabric or material onto a larger piece to create a pattern or picture

appliqué

appliqué

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origami
[Substantiv]

the practice or art of folding paper into desired shapes, which is originated from Japanese culture

origami, konsten att vika papper

origami, konsten att vika papper

Ex: He developed a passion for origami after visiting Japan and experiencing its cultural significance firsthand .Han utvecklade en passion för **origami** efter att ha besökt Japan och upplevt dess kulturella betydelse förstahand.
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carver
[Substantiv]

an artist who creates sculptures and decorative objects by carving them from a material such as wood, stone, or ivory

skulptör, snidare

skulptör, snidare

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to sew decorative patterns on a piece of cloth with colored threads

brodera, pryda med broderier

brodera, pryda med broderier

Ex: To add a personal touch , she chose to embroider the pillowcases .För att lägga till en personlig touch valde hon att **brodera** kuddfodralen.
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ceramicist
[Substantiv]

an artist who specializes in creating pottery, sculptures, or other art forms using clay as the primary medium

keramiker, krukmakare

keramiker, krukmakare

Ex: The ceramicist's studio was filled with shelves of beautifully glazed pottery .**Keramikerns** ateljé var fyllt med hyllor av vackert glaserat keramik.
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artisan
[Substantiv]

a skilled craftsperson who creates objects partly or entirely by hand

hantverkare, konsthantverkare

hantverkare, konsthantverkare

Ex: An artisan created the stained glass windows in the church.En **hantverkare** skapade de målade glasfönstren i kyrkan.
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weaver
[Substantiv]

a skilled craftsman or craftswoman who creates woven fabrics and textiles by interlacing threads or yarns on a loom using various techniques and patterns

vävare, väverska

vävare, väverska

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modernist
[Substantiv]

an artist, writer, or thinker from the late 19th and early 20th centuries who aimed to challenge traditional norms through exploring new ideas, innovation, and focus on understanding oneself and societal shifts

modernist, modernistisk konstnär

modernist, modernistisk konstnär

Ex: The modernist movement profoundly influenced literature, art, architecture, and philosophy in the 20th century.Den **modernistiska** rörelsen påverkade litteratur, konst, arkitektur och filosofi djupt under 1900-talet.
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