Texture

Tint: Adding white to a color to make it lighter. Tone: Refers to the light, color, and shade of an object. Shading: Showing a change from light to dark in an object by darkening areas that would have a shadow.
Explanation: Tint: A color to which white has been added.Tone: A color produced by adding gray to a hue.Shading: A color produced by adding black to a hue.

Cross-hatching is a technique used to create a sense of density through overlapping lines, and impasto is a technique used to create a sense of depth through thickly applied paint, often so one can see the brush strokes. An artist might select cross-hatching over impasto to create various values or degrees of lightness and darkness. An artist might select impasto over cross-hatching to emphasize depth or dimension to a painting.
Explanation: When an artist is creating a sense of texture in their work, they may choose to use cross-hatching or impasto. Cross-hatching is a technique in which the artist uses multiple layers of lines to create a sense of texture. Impasto is a technique in which the artist uses thick layers of paint to create a sense of texture. An artist would select one of these techniques over the other depending on the desired effect.

Many cultures have used texture to instill a feeling or emotion in the observers, and also to convey a message. The most commonly used mediums are: mosaic, sculpture in the round, relief sculpture, and stain-glass.
Explanation: Different cultures have used texture to create unique works of art throughout history. Some of the most commonly used mediums have been painting, sculpture, and architecture. By using different textures, artists have been able to create works that are both visually appealing and tactile. In many cases, the textures used have been inspired by the natural world, as well as the materials that are available in a particular culture.

1) Place a sheet of drawing paper over an object 2) Secure it with tape to hold into place if necessary. 3) Using the side of a pencil or crayon, do a rubbing over the surface. 4) Press down hard enough to see an image appear.
Explanation: A rubbing is created by placing a piece of paper over an object and then rubbing the paper with a pencil or crayon. This creates a copy of the texture of the object on the paper. Rubbings can be used to create texture on a drawing or painting, or to add interest to a collage.To create a rubbing, first choose an object with an interesting texture. Place the paper over the object and hold it in place. Rub the paper with a pencil or crayon, moving it back and forth until the texture of the object is visible on the paper. You can experiment with different strokes and pressure to create different effects.

This painting is entitled, The Shoes of van Gogh, by Vincent van Gogh. The artist used texture to create the illusion of depth by the use of light and dark. By varying the intensity by using a combination of brushstrokes, van Gogh created the illusion of texture.
Explanation: The painting above is called The Hay Wagon" and was painted by American artist Andrew Wyeth in 1947. In this piece, Wyeth specifically used texture to create a sense of depth and to add interest to the otherwise flat surface of the painting. The hay in the wagon is textured with small, sharp brushstrokes, while the background is smooth and flat. This contrast between the two surfaces creates a sense of depth and makes the painting more interesting to look at."

This sculpture is called the Horse, by Debra Butterfield. The sculpture has actual texture because the texture we see is what we will most like feel like. Students responses of texture may vary, but will most likely include the following terms/textures: roughness of the wood/sticks, roundness of the sticks and the parts of the horse, and sharpness of the sticks.
Explanation: The sculpture is called The Kiss" and is by Auguste Rodin. It most likely has actual texture because it is made of marble. The texture appears to be smooth."

Tactility is the degree to which the surface of an object seems to have a particular feel. The sculpture's facial features, head, and hair/scarf appear smooth to the touch, while underneath the hair/scarf looks rough.
Explanation: The term tactility refers to the sense of touch. The sculpture shown above has a smooth, curved surface. It would be pleasant to touch and would have a smooth, cool feel.

He wears a gold laurel-wreath crown, a delicate lace collar, a red velvet cape with ermine lining and a wide ermine collar, and elaborately embroidered shoes in gold. Beneath his throne is thick carpet containing the image of an eagle, which was the symbol of ancient Rome. We recognize and can imagine the feel of these materials because of that artist's skill in creating illusions of texture. The artist used his skills with texture to convey his imperial power.
Explanation: The artist has used texture in their piece of art by creating different patterns on the surface of the canvas. They have used a variety of brushstrokes to create a textured effect. This is effective as it makes the painting more interesting to look at and creates a sense of depth.

If we were to touch an artwork, and it felt how it looked like it would feel, then it would have actual texture (real texture). If we were to touch an artwork, and its texture was different from what it appeared to the eye, then it would be considered to have implied texture (the illusion of texture). Actual texture occurs in both relief and in the round sculptures. Implied texture is found in most other forms of visual art (ex: painting, drawing, pastel, etc.).
Explanation: Actual texture is the physical texture of an object. It can be smooth, rough, soft, etc. Implied texture is the appearance of texture that is not actually there. It is often created using line or color. In art, actual texture is most often found in sculpture, while implied texture is found in 2D art.

The artist has used cross-hatching to create this piece. Cross-hatching is a shading technique where a set of lines overlaps another set to give the illusion of various values.
Explanation: The artist has used a technique called cross-hatching to create the above portrait. This involves using a series of parallel lines to create a shading effect. The artist has used this technique to create a sense of depth and to add texture to the portrait.

Line: Horizontal line of the tie/scarf; the vertical lines in the basket and with the flowers; the diagonal lines of the shawl; the curvilinear lines of the flowers and that of the woman; etc. Color: the darkness in the background to draw the eyes to the flowers and woman; the contrast in light between the woman and the flowers; etc. Texture: the shadowing on the basket, shawl, and flowers make them appear real if we could touch them; etc. Space: the grandness of the flowers; the small portions of the woman; the man standing behind the basket, the way the flowers appear overtop the woman's head and body; etc. Shape: the shape of the basket, the flowers, the flower centers, the body of the women, etc. Form: the depth created by the man behind the woman and the flowers; the height and presence of the flowers; the meekness and serenity of the woman; the way the eyes seems to start at the woman and then go up and cascade along the flower; etc.
Explanation:The artist has used a technique called cross-hatching to create the above portrait. This involves using a series of parallel lines to create a shading effect. The artist has used this technique to create a sense of depth and to add texture to the portrait.