Practice Conceptual Figure/Portraiture (Beyond Likeness) - 3.1.3 | Unit 1: The Expressive Self – Identity, Emotion, and Personal Narrative | IB MYP Grade 9 Visual Arts
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3.1.3 - Conceptual Figure/Portraiture (Beyond Likeness)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define exaggeration in the context of art.

💡 Hint: Think about how artists might change features.

Question 2

Easy

What does body language convey in a portrait?

💡 Hint: How a person stands or moves can reveal their feelings.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of distortion in portraiture?

  • To create realism
  • To convey emotion
  • To paint quickly

💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of visual art.

Question 2

True or False: Body language has no effect on the interpretation of a portrait.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: How do you think body posture influences your reading of emotions?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Create a conceptual portrait that combines distortion, symbolic objects, and body language. Describe the intended emotion and representation.

💡 Hint: Think about the emotions you want to convey through your techniques.

Question 2

Analyze how two contrasting artists use distortion differently in their portraits and the effect on emotional perception.

💡 Hint: Look at how each artist's context may influence their approach.

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