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A red lady bug sits on a green blade of grass. The background is green.
Question
The artist uses complementary colors in this image. How does it affect the art piece?
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Responses
The bright red grabs the viewer’s attention because it is against the green background.
The bright red grabs the viewer’s attention because it is against the green background.
The use of color works to emphasize the mood or harmony.
The use of color works to emphasize the mood or harmony.
No color use present works to create a mood or grab the viewer’s attention.
No color use present works to create a mood or grab the viewer’s attention.
They confuse the eye and cause you not to notice the ladybug.
They confuse the eye and cause you not to notice the ladybug.
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The correct response is: The bright red grabs the viewer’s attention because it is against the green background.
The correct response is: The bright red grabs the viewer's attention because it is against the green background.
The correct answer is: The bright red grabs the viewer’s attention because it is against the green background.
In this image, the artist uses complementary colors, which are colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. In this case, the complementary colors used are red and green. When complementary colors are placed next to each other, they create contrast and make each other appear more vibrant.
The use of bright red against the green background grabs the viewer's attention because it creates a strong visual impact. The contrast between the red ladybug and the green blade of grass makes the ladybug stand out and draws the viewer's eyes towards it. This technique is often used by artists to create focal points and guide the viewer's gaze within an artwork.