Practice Gestural Vs. Controlled Marks - Unit 1: The Expressive Self – Identity, Emotion, and Personal Narrative
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Gestural vs. Controlled Marks

Practice - Gestural vs. Controlled Marks

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are gestural marks?

💡 Hint: Think of marks that convey feelings quickly.

Question 2 Easy

Can you name one characteristic of controlled marks?

💡 Hint: Consider how you would draw a detailed object.

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Question 1

What primarily characterizes gestural marks?

Precision and accuracy
Spontaneity and energy
Static and unchanging

💡 Hint: Think of actions that are quick and represent emotion.

Question 2

True or False: Controlled marks allow more flexibility than gestural marks.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of making each type of mark.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create two pieces of artwork: one entirely made with gestural marks and another with controlled marks. Write a reflection on how each piece represents different emotional landscapes.

💡 Hint: Think about what each type of artwork makes you feel as you create them.

Challenge 2 Hard

Research two artists: one known for gestural art and one for controlled art. Compare their techniques and the emotional impact of their work.

💡 Hint: Focus on how emotional themes might differ based on their mark-making styles.

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