Practice Designing Symbols - 2.7.3 | Unit 5: Art for Advocacy & Social Change | IB Grade 8 Visual Arts
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Designing Symbols

2.7.3 - Designing Symbols

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is symbolism in art?

💡 Hint: Think about how a single image can convey a larger message.

Question 2 Easy

Name one emotional impact of the color red.

💡 Hint: Consider the feelings associated with the color red.

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Question 1

What does symbolism in art refer to?

Using realistic imagery
Representing ideas through symbols
Abstract forms

💡 Hint: Think about what images convey messages beyond their appearance.

Question 2

True or False: Contrast can make different elements in an artwork stand out.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how you notice differences in colors and shapes.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a poster idea that incorporates at least three principles discussed – symbolism, contrast, and focal points – to communicate a social justice message.

💡 Hint: Consider how you might design the poster with colors and symbols to attract attention.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze an existing advocacy artwork using the principles of color psychology and visual hierarchy to critique its effectiveness.

💡 Hint: Choose artwork that uses colors you can easily describe in terms of emotion.

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