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Rule of Thirds — Three-by-three composition
Tessellation — Patterns that fit together
Neurographic Art — Flowing Lines and Organic Networks
Vienna Secession (1897-1905) — Flat pattern, modern symbols, decorative surfaces
Bas-relief — Shallow-relief carving
Les Nabis — Flat colors, simple forms, patterned surfaces
Oceanic Art - 10,000+ islands, 1,500+ languages
Photo/Drawing Hybrid — Combining photographs with hand-drawn elements
Typography and Lettering - The art of written expression
French Barbizon School (1820s-1870s) - Naturalistic rural scenes
Double Exposure Photography - Combining two images
Assemblage art — Found-object sculpture
Sgraffito - Scratching through layers to reveal contrast
Action Series – Sequential images showing motion
Chinoiserie (1600s-1700s) - Decorative, Exoticizing, Imitative
Tonalism (late 19th- to early 20th-century) – Muted, Atmospheric, Moody
Fluxus art movement (1960s-1970s) - Experimental, accessible, playful
Glitter as an art material - Sparkling, eye-catching, messy
Architectural pen and ink concept sketching -Clear, analytical, exploratory
Daguerreotype effect (19th century) - Mirror-like, luminous, three-dimensional
Neon glow (Day-Glo art) - Fluorescent, intense, vivid
Luminism (19th-century) - Serene landscapes with glowing light
Alpana and Rangoli Patterns — Decorative ground art for festivals
Portrait photography - Images of a person’s appearance that suggest their inner life
Lomography - Quirky cameras, light leaks, color shifts
Golden Hour Lighting - Warm, low-angle sunlight
Nature photography - Focus on the natural world
Costume Couture - Theatrical wear and fantasy attire
Layered Paper Cut Art – Contemporary craft and illustration
Enhanced Cel Shading - Stylized, vibrant, crisp
German Expressionism (early 20th century) - Vivid colors, flattened abstraction, raw emotion
Main subject on solid background - Clean, uncluttered, clear focus
Romanticism (late-18th early-19th century) – Drama of nature, emotion, exoticism
Arte Povera - "Poor Art" Movement (1960s - 1970s)
Symbolism (late 19th century) - Dreams, myths, symbols
Prehistoric Art - Cave Paintings, Petroglyphs
Baroque Art (1600–1750) – Dramatic, theatrical
Scientific Illustration - Art and science, clear, educational
Kaleidoscope art - Symmetrical, colorful, mesmerizing
Indian Miniature Painting (16th-19th century) - Intricate, colorful illuminations or paintings
Silhouette Portrait Cutting - Portraits cut from paper
Noise and glitch filters - Adding random pixel variations
Penjing (also known as penzai) - The Chinese art of miniature landscapes
Installation Art (1970s) - Site-specific artworks that transform perception of space
Photobombing - Unexpected subjects pop up in the background
Long-Exposure Photography – Capturing motion effects
Ligne claire ("clear line") cartoon style
Dot Matrix Artwork - Retro 1970s and beyond
Landscaping and Garden Design - Natural elements in harmonious environments
Egyptian Revival -Egyptian motifs in decorative art and architecture