Art App 2

Human subjects

, whether real or imagined, are the most interesting.

Cubism

Abstract form is presented through the use of figures: a cone, cylinder, sphere, triangle, square, cube, and circle in place of real pictorial elements. The Cubists want to show forms in their basic geometrical shapes.

Legends

Artworks based on these present to viewers of the art something tangible even when unverified. Art brings 'life' to these stories.

Mythology

Artworks can also be based on the stories of the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greece, Rome, Celts, Norse and the Egyptians. These deities are depicted in human or animal forms and present human-like behavior. Head of Medusa, Sculpture of horus

Andre Breton

He began Surrealism movement began in Paris in 1924It emphasized the activities of the subconscious mind.

Sculptor

He creates a solid form using molding, carving, welding, casting and assembling. Some of the popular medium are clay, wood, stone, metal, ice, glass and plastic. Examples are Tolentino's Bonifacio Monument and Michelangelo's David.

Henri Matisse

He was the leader of this fauvism.

History

Historical art works depict real events which are verifiable facts that occurred in the past. The purpose of such works are either to commemorate events or to teach history to the viewers. The Making of the Philippine Flag Artist: Amorsolo, The Bonifacio Monument Artist:Tolentino

People

Human subjects, whether real or imagined, are the most interesting. How people are depicted can offer clues to the artists' thoughts, moods and the genre the art work is presenting. Works can range from a single subject to a group. They can be in a perpetual pose or performing tasks of everyday life.

Naturalism

In Greek (Hellenistic) art, gods and heroes, looked and behaved like human beings. "Unlike other cultures, particularly in the Egyptians' (Coptic) art, Greek deities were almost always depicted in idealized human form. In other words, one would immediately recognize that these images were imitated from the human figure, although it is safe to assume that the average citizen of ancient Athens or Corinth possessed less of these idealized features. Similar to the superheroes of today's comic books and films, these figures were made almost perfect to imbue them with a greater degree of stature and significance worthy of super beings. In this way, the imagery did not focus on the specific attributes of an individual but on the more universal characteristics of the human form as is accepted by the culture of the day (Kissick, 1996).

Elongation

In this type of abstraction, the subject is stretched vertically and/or some parts lengthened to give the impression of thinness.

symbol

It is defined as visible sign of something invisible such as an idea or quality.

Literature

It may be included under performing arts especially when stories and poems are converted into scripts for a drama or a play.

The subject of art

It refers to what the work represents. It could be a person, an object, a scene or an event.

Color

It usually conveys mood.

Surrealism

Subjects in this kind of presentation attempt to show man's inner mind and how he may perceive his outside world.

Surrealism.

Surrealism is an invented word for super realism.

Dance

The art of body movements that is attuned to a musical piece. Body movements should be graceful and in rhythm with the accompanying musical piece. In the ancient times, dance is used as a form of worship. Examples are Philippine folkdances like Tinikling, Singkil and the ballet.

Literature

The art of using words to express thoughts, ideas, and feelings. Literature make take the form of poetry, novel, short story, essay, epic and legends to mention a few. Examples are Homer's Iliad and Nick Joaquin's Woman Who Had Two Navels.

Dreams and Fantasy

The intrigue of the unconscious also inspires artists to present it through art for others to see, relate and interpret. Artists believe that the content of the unconscious should be shared for others to know and may be understand.

Technology

The modern era with its tall buildings and amazing machines are also subject matter for the artist. Cityscapes, airplanes, cars, ships, motorcycles and robotic technology are objects of interest.

Theatre

The performance of drama. Typically, actors perform on stage in front of a live audience. Dialogues may be recited, sang or eliminated (pantomimes). Theatre may be referred to as combined or performing arts. it may include music, dance, and literature. Examples are Phantom of the Opera and Noli me Tangere.

representational or objective arts

These are artworks that have subjects.

Symbols

These in art, in art draws the viewers' attention to what i l other message the artist may be trying to convey aside from what is obviously observed. This adds a mysterious quality to the artwork that invites viewers to uncover.

Expressionists

They believe that man needs spiritual rebirth for him to correct defects that ruin the society. This style of art depicts the emotions aroused by objects and events. Subjects presented involve chaos, sadness, tragedy and defeat.

non-objective arts

They do not present descriptions, stories or references to identifiable objects or symbols. Rather, they appeal directly to the senses primarily because of the organization of their expressive elements. Most musical pieces, for instance, do not imitate natural sounds, but people enjoy listening to them because the notes have been so arranged so as to evoke certain emotional responses in people. Through genius application of design elements, a painter can conveying his message non-objectively.

Futurism

This art movement began in Italy. Artists of this movement wanted their works to capture the speed and force of the modern industrial society. Their paintings and sculptures T l 1 highlight the technologies of modern life.

Expressionism

This art movement occurred during the first decade of the 20th century in Germany where this 'art style was introduced.

Realism

This depicts the artist's attempt of portraying the subject as it is.

Distortion

This form of abstraction results when the figures have been so arranged that its proportions differ significantly from reality. This is manifested when the subject is misshapen or twisted out. This is done to dramatize the shape of a figure or to create a dramatic/ emotional effect.

Performing arts

This include music, dance and theatre are considered as performing arts.

Sculpture

This is an art form that is best described as three-dimensional.

Dadaism

This is an art movement that doesn't follow the traditions and principles in art. It is a revolt against tradition and aims to show the wickedness of society. Dadaists tried to shock and provoke the public with outrageous pieces of writing, poetry recitals and art exhibits.

Painting

This is best described as the application of pigment to a surface. Painting is a two-dimensional art form. Examples are Luna's Spoliarium and Botticelli's Inferno.

Music

This is the art of sound expressed through a song, through the use of instruments or a combination of both. It should express rhythm, harmony and melody that is soothing or appeals to the taste of its audience. Examples are Philippines Kundiman and Beethoven's Symphony No.5.

Architecture

This is the most functional of all the art forms. It involves creating designs for buildings and infrastructures. Architecture to be functional involves using the design to build the structure through the help of engineers, contractors and skilled workers. It is only after the structure is built will the art form be fully appreciated. Examples are The Cultural Center of the Philippines in Manila and BurjKhalifa in Dubai.

Nature

This is the most popular source of objective art. Mountains, trees, animals, landscapes, seascapes, cloudscapes are some examples of nature-inspired art. Seascape Painting, Tree sculpture

Wild beasts

This is what is meant by fauvism.

Content

This is what the subject represents and/or understanding the narrative of a written work.

Mangling

This may not be so common in paintings but may be popular in other art forms (sculpture, theatre and film) Artists show subject as cut, lacerated, mutilated or hacked with repeated blows.

Fauvism

This subject presentation began in France, and was the first organized movement in painting of the 1900's.

non-representational or non-objective arts

Those that do not have subjects.

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True or False Artists of objective art, however, can choose any object that inspires them for their art. Their choices are virtually unlimited. Some may focus on different objects of the same theme while others may work on whatever inspires them at the moment (Adams, 2002). "

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True or False Most contemporary painters and sculptors have opted for non-objective art. They have shifted their attention to the work of art as an object in itself, an exciting combination of shapes and colors that fulfills the aesthetic need without having to represent an image or tell a story. Most modern art have purely visual appeal and are more difficult for the literal oriented spectator to relate to.

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True or False The learner may often wonder how the artists get their inspiration and from where. It is important to remember that all artists are individuals with unique personalities and unique experiences. These characteristics of the artists may be the factors that would determine the kind or type of subject that they will represent in his art.

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True or False. All artworks have subject, others do not.

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True or False. Appreciating art is essential to man's understanding of himself and his psychic need to seek expression.

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True or False. Art expression transcends time and space. Artworks of old still impact extant human societies, and world cultures.

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True or False. Art is here to stay. It is man's legacy. It is the proof that he together with others have sought to express the workings of his mind and achieve immortality.

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True or False. Artistic abilities may be an inborn talent or may have resulted from inspiration and years of training from an art master.

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True or False. Artistic skills and creativity may be for a particular art form like painting or dance or for two or more art forms.

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True or False. As man continues to create and seek avenues of expression, such creations will have its impact not-only on the cultures and societies of today but also of the future.

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True or False. Human expression through the arts may take several forms depending on the talent and creativity of the artist.

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True or False. In the native society, art forms have evolved to include photography, digital arts, and installations.

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True or False. The type of medium that is used have also evolved for artists today are bolder and are likely to experiment more on the use of different mediums of expressions.

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True or False. The various ways in which the paint is applied to create beautiful effects would depend on the unique technique employed by the artist and the kind of medium that was used.

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True or False. The viewers' enjoyment of a painting, a sculpture and a literary piece comes from their perception of the meaning of the creative work and the satisfaction they get out of recognizing what the subject represents and/or understanding the narrative of a written work.

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True or False. To a lot of people, the appeal of most works of art lies in how familiar objects are represented by the artist.

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True or False. Whatever is the source of the artist's creativity, he may express it through his chosen art form.

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True or False.The key 'to .deciphering symbolic art involves studying the background and personality of the artist and his relationship to the societal period that inspired the symbolisms ingrained in his art. What makes Da Vinci's Mona Lisa, the most popular painting in the world?

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True or FalseArt is human expression and the artists' choice of subject are clues to their inner world which tells viewers how their art should be interpreted.

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True or false. A work of art is realistic when the presentation and organization of details in the work seem so real, just like a photograph. Realism is the most popular way of presenting art subjects.

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True or false. Most surrealist art work have themes that are violent and cruel. This is how the surrealists shock the viewer and reveal what they consider to be the deep, true and ugly part of human nature. However, there are also surrealist works that are a far cry from cruelty and violence.

Abstraction

as subject presentation moves away from reality, from presenting the subject as it really is. Abstraction It involves the process of simplifying or reorganizing characteristics and elements of the work to adhere to the artist's level of artistic expression. The artist usually selects and renders the subject with its shape, and colors altered. The artist, so interested in one characteristic of the subject does not show the subject as seen in reality, but presents it based on his ideas or his by feelings about it. Abstraction may take the following forms.

The fauves

did not express ethical, philosophical or psychological themes but painted pictures of comfort, joy and pleasure. They used bright colors (that did not reflect reality) applied to a surface. For instance, they would present leaves as orange and the sky as bright yellow.

Dada

is French for hobby horse.

Abstract

means "to move away or to separate from."