Jackson Pollock Word Search
This Jackson Pollock word search hides 12 words on a 15×15 grid — famous works, materials, and the movement they belong to. Trace each one with a finger or mouse and it locks in as soon as the whole word is covered. No signup, no download.
Words to find: ABSTRACT, EXPRESSIONISM, ACTIONPAINTING, GESTURAL, DRIP, SPLATTER, POUR, ENCAUSTIC, HOUSEPAINT, SAND, MURAL, NUMBER1A.
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Jackson Pollock word list, defined
- ABSTRACT /æbstrækt/ · adjective, noun
- An abstract is a summary or a condensed version of a larger work, such as a book or a research paper. It is a brief overview of the main points and ideas presented in the work. Related: summary, condensed version, overview, digest.
- EXPRESSIONISM /ɛksprɛˈsɪnɪzəm/ · noun
- A style of art, literature, music, or performance that emphasizes expressing strong emotions and individual feelings, often in a distorted or exaggerated way. It is characterized by the use of vivid colors, distorted forms, and a focus on the artist's inner experience. Related: abstract expressionism, artistic expression, emotionalism, impressionism.
- GESTURAL /ˈdʒɛstʃərəl/ · adjective
- Relating to or characterized by gestures; involving or characterized by movement of the body or limbs to convey meaning or expression. Related: gestic, kinetic, motor, physical.
- DRIP /drɪp/ · noun, verb
- A small drop of liquid that falls from a leak or a faucet. To fall or flow in a small, steady stream. Related: trickle, seep, leak, ooze.
- SPLATTER /splætər/ · verb, noun
- To scatter or spread something, especially liquid, in a messy or irregular way. A mark or spot made by something splashing or spilling. Related: spatter, splash, spray, stain.
- POUR /pʊər/ · verb
- To cause (a liquid) to flow from one container to another, typically by tilting the container or using a pouring device. To flow or fall in a steady stream. Related: flow, stream, drip, trickle.
- ENCAUSTIC /ɛnˈkɔːstɪk/ · noun, adjective
- A type of paint or technique using melted wax as a binder. Encaustic can also refer to something created using this technique. Related: wax paint, hot wax painting, melted wax art.
- SAND /sænd/ · noun, verb
- A naturally occurring granular material composed of finely divided rock and mineral particles. To cover or smooth with sand, especially to make something more comfortable or to conceal its surface. Related: grit, dust, powder, gravel.
- MURAL /ˈmʊərəl/ · noun
- A painting or design on a wall or other large surface, typically in a public place. A large painting or design on a wall or other surface, especially one that is outdoors. Related: painting, design, artwork, fresco.
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