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Use our A-Z glossary of art terminology to learn about art, painting and sculpture words, phrases and terms.

Glossary of art terminology, with dictionary descriptions and definitions of common art, painting and sculpture words, phrases and terms.

Glossary of Art Terms. Abstract – a style of art in which shapes, designs ... Style – artistic technique, an artist's special way of creating art.

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In the arts media ? the plural of medium ? refers to the materials, methodologies, mechanisms, technologies or devices by which an artwork is realised.

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Medium - The materials used to create a piece of art. Middle ground - The central elements of a piece of art in terms of depth. Miniature - A small painting, ...

Design: From the Italian word meaning "drawing" which also implied planning and composing. Diptych: Painting, usually an altarpiece, made up of hinged panels.

Use our A-Z glossary of art terminology to learn about art, painting and sculpture words, phrases and terms.