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SAT Humanities - Art and Craft

Here you will learn some English words related to art and craft, such as "conceptual", "reimagine", "curator", etc. that you will need to ace your SATs.

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SAT Vocabulary for Humanities

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

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modernist
[noun]

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

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oeuvre
[noun]

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

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conceptual
[Adjective]

involving ideas rather than physical objects or experiences

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

Ex: The gallery featured an exhibit abstract paintings that challenged traditional notions of representation .
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avant-garde
[Adjective]

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

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aesthetic
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Her blog is dedicated to exploring aesthetic aspects of contemporary architecture .
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to prominently display or present something to attract attention and admiration

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

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

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curator
[noun]

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

Ex: curator's expertise in art history ensures accurate interpretation of the museum 's exhibits .
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derivative
[Adjective]

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

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to conceive or envision something in a new or different way with creativity or innovation

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to depict
[Verb]

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

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to manage to express a mood, quality, scene, etc. accurately in a piece of art

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sculptor
[noun]

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

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

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contrast
[noun]

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

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to serve as a clear instance or representation of a broader concept or situation

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the art or act of making portraits of people

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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

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flatstyle
[noun]

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

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mural
[noun]

a large painting done on a wall

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graffiti
[noun]

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

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blueprint
[noun]

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

Ex: blueprint included diagrams and annotations for plumbing and electrical systems .
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the art of producing beautiful handwriting using special writing instruments such as a dip or brush pen

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monochromatic
[Adjective]

consisting of a single color or shades of a single color

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collage
[noun]

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

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

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effigy
[noun]

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

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architectural
[Adjective]

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

Ex: Students in the architectural program study a wide range of topics , from structural engineering architectural history .
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yarn
[noun]

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

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

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to create fabric or a fabric item by interlocking loops of yarn or thread using a hooked needle

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

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

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dye
[noun]

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

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

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pottery
[noun]

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

Ex: Pottery has a rich history spanning cultures and civilizations .
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to glaze
[Verb]

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

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

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

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

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artisan
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a skilled craftsperson who creates objects partly or entirely by hand

Ex: The market artisans selling handmade soaps .
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