ART THEORY

Texture
 What is texture?
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The definition of texture in art -

■In the visual arts, texture is the perceived

surface quality of a work of art. It is an
element of two-dimensional and three-
dimensional designs and is distinguished by
its perceived visual and physical properties.
Use of texture, along with other elements of
design, can convey a variety of messages and
emotions.
 Why use texture in visual arts
like painting?
■“Visual art also gives us pleasure. That is part of
what makes texture so important in
visual art. Texture, like any of the elements of art,
can also enhance and support the artist's concept
behind the work. Some artists use texture as a
major influence on our response to the work.”

- Lucy Lamp
 YouTube Video

Elements of Art: Texture | KQED Arts

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoOb3JSDAUo&t=73s
Examples of texture and texture
techniques
Vincent Van Gogh
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A master of texture