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Optical Art
optical art vocabulary
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| optical art | a style of art that uses visual effects to create the illusion of movement or depth |
| illusion | something that tricks the eye into seeing something that is not really there |
| pattern | a design that repeats shapes, lines, or colors |
| repetition | using the same shape or design element over and over |
| contrast | a strong difference between light and dark or different colors |
| geometric shapes | shapes like squares, circles, and triangles with clear edges |
| movement | the feeling that objects in an artwork are moving |
| balance | the way visual elements are arranged so the artwork feels stable |
| symmetry | when both sides of an artwork look the same |
| asymmetry | when both sides of an artwork are different but still balanced |
| black and white | colors often used in op art to create strong contrast |
| depth | the illusion that objects are far away or close |
| perspective | a technique used to show distance or space in art |
| distortion | when shapes or lines are stretched or bent to create an effect |
| rhythm | a repeated visual movement created by patterns |
| focus | the area of an artwork that draws the viewer's attention |
| vibration | a visual effect that makes shapes seem to shake or move |
| optical effect | a visual trick created by lines, colors, or shapes |
| figure-ground | the relationship between the main object and the background |
| visual perception | how the brain interprets what the eyes see |