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Lecture Handout1: The importance, Meaning and Assumptions of Art

Topics Objectives:

After topic 1, students are expected to:

a. Identify the different meanings of art

b. Apply creativity in different aspects
c. Recognize the value of art in one’s life

Introduction:
Art appreciation is extremely relevant for multiple reasons. It is a good way to
understand the history behind the work, and the period from which the piece
originated. Artists often reflect the problems that they face, and the issues of the
society in their work. By analyzing and putting ourselves in the mind of the artist, we
can better study how differently society functioned then, compared to now. We can
empathize and relate to the problems they faced on a personal level. t is important to
foster art appreciation and analysis, as it helps us value the art in how it appeals to us
and what it means to each person. It delves into the history and the story behind the
art, as well as a look into the lives of the artists. It enables one to critically analyze a
work, along lines of design, mastery and techniques. Most importantly, however, art
appreciation stimulates though and analysis, provokes an individual to look past what
meets the eye and open our mind to the views of others.
Topic Contents

What is your perception about Art?

The history of art focuses on objects made by humans in visual form

for aesthetic purposes. Visual art can be classified in diverse ways, such as
separating fine arts from applied arts; inclusively focusing on human creativity; or
focusing on different media such
as architecture, sculpture, painting, film, photography, and graphic arts. In recent
years, technological advances have led to video art, computer art, Performance
art, animation, television, and videogames.
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Recent evidences suggest that, the history of art is often told as a chronology
of masterpieces created during each civilization. It can thus be framed as a story
of high culture, epitomized by the Wonders of the World. On the other
hand, vernacular art expressions can also be integrated into art historical narratives,
referred to as folk arts or craft. The more closely that an art historian engages with
these latter forms of low culture, the more likely it is that they will identify their work as
examining visual culture or material culture, or as contributing to fields related to art
history, such as anthropology or archaeology. In the latter cases, art objects may be
referred to as archeological artifacts.
It is the study of objects or works of art in their historical development and
stylistic contexts like genre, design, format and style. This includes the ‘major” arts of
painting, sculpture and architecture as well as the “minor” arts of ceramic, furniture
and any other decorative objects. It is in the study of objects of art in their historical
development and stylistic contents, format and design that we may be able to
understand the purpose of the work of art and appreciate it.
The humanities course is anchored on a strong foundation in the arts and
sciences, which aims to promote an awareness of the interrelationships of all fields of
knowledge. Today, we know of the humanities as a loosely defined group of cultural
subject areas, which we refer to as the Arts. It is the study of the humanities where
appreciation of the arts is given emphasis. Artists convey their thoughts, beliefs, values
and relations through the various fields of art, which can be visual, popular, literary,
gustatory, decorative, and performing. The humanities and art appreciation offer the
basic knowledge each student needs, be it an academic requirement or merely an
experience in life.
Just like the artists, we also communicate through our paintings, songs, body
movements, films, and drama to highlight and enhance certain events and keep them
memorable and pleasurable. We also build monuments and statues to remind us the
heroic deeds of great men.
Artworks are valuable sources of inspiration, and aesthetic, and delightful
experiences. We can be mesmerized by a dance we watch, delighted by the books
we read, and moved by the music we hear. We also get deep satisfaction from them.
We may enjoy a masterpiece of a painting, a sculpture, or a play because it may
capture our attention. We are inspired to plan and construct stunning houses when we
are inspired by modern architectural design.

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Creativity is an artist developed in the course of one’s life to solve problems or
express his feelings. His continuing reactions to emerging conditions of nature and
social life give birth to a new idea and new methods. The method of creativeness is
composed of the artist, being the prime mover, his thoughts, communicated through
the performer, and the audience as his judge. Each participates dynamically in the
artistic process.
Through exposures to the artists’ works, we get a glimpse of the thoughts,
feelings, beliefs and relations off the people in their time and events that happened in
their environment that may have influenced their artworks. Our encounter with the arts
may also result in our valuing and appreciation of beautiful things. [1]

Art Appreciation
Mariano (2015) stated that, Art appreciation in the humanities is being able to
look at a work of art and form a wise opinion of the work. It is also having the
knowledge, background, and understanding of the universal and timeless qualities that
comprise all works of art. Art appreciation, therefore deals with the learning or
understanding and creating artworks and enjoying them.
Ability to interpret or understand man-made arts and enjoy them either through
actual and work-experience with art tools and materials or possession of these works
of art for one’s admiration and satisfaction. Art appreciation refers to the exploration
and analysis of the art forms that we are exposed to. It can be highly subjective,
depending on an individuals’ personal tastes and preferences, or can be done on the
basis of several grounds such as elements of design and mastery displayed in the
piece. Art appreciation also involves a deeper look into the setting and historical
implication and background of the piece, a study of its origins. Art appreciation is
extremely relevant for multiple reasons. It is a good way to understand the history
behind the work, and the period from which the piece originated. Artists often reflect
the problems that they face, and the issues of the society in their work. By analyzing
and putting ourselves in the mind of the artist, we can better study how differently
society functioned then, compared to now. We can empathize and relate to the
problems they faced on a personal level. [2]

Now, how art touches your life? What is the important of art in the life of the people?

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The Importance of Arts

The arts are indescribable to define and difficult into a conceptual net, but we
would probably agree that the arts enhance daily experiences. Art has touched
everyone. Art is all around us, being universal as it can be found in all cultures. We
are certain that we do not want to be without the arts, yet we are pushed to define
them and sometimes even to understand them. Art has a particular importance in our
lives. All the art that we receive through our senses have a purpose, as well as
expression; they occupy some place in our judgment.
These days, art plays a vital part in developing the intellect of the younger
generation. To build up a positive character and appreciate natural aesthetics. An
artistically tending student has a constructive turn of mind and artistic ways in every
work he or she performs. Above all, such a student steadily develops unbiased,
responsive and inventive mind full of creativity and dormant talent.
In this period of advanced technology know-how and modernization, art is of
vital magnitude. We fight back to stabilize our lives while trying to maintain the
swiftness of the frenzied pace of living. Students who rise up with an artistic
awareness perceive the world from diverse viewpoints. These understanding
shapes their behaviors, interpersonal and intrapersonal communication and
performances. The artistic awareness is above any methodologies or approaches.
The milieu in which each child dwells, grows up, and functions is distinctive and
cannot be comprehensive. Creative sensibilities are to be developed and
encouraged at home, at school, which plays a major role.
In general, there is no debating the belief that the arts have never been more
important to our society and should be fully integrated into our lives, our community
and education as a whole. [3] Cid (2013)
There are different meanings of art. For you, what is art?

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Meaning of Art

• Came from the Italian word – ‘artis’ Means craftsmanship, skill, mastery of
form, inventiveness and the association that exists between form and ideas and
between material and techniques. The faculty of what is devised.
• Aryan root – ‘ar’ that means to join or put together
• Came from the Greek words
1. ‘artizein’: to prepare
2. ‘arkiskein’: to put together
• Art, like love, is concerned with the communication of certain ideas and
feelings by means of sensuous medium
– color, sound, bronze, marble, film, and literature.
• An artist uses his genius in transforming God-made things into man-made
things that satisfy his needs. [4]

It is the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically

in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated
primarily for their beauty or emotional power.
The word “art” is rooted in the 13th century French word Art, which means skill as
a result of learning or practice, and the Latin word “art” meaning ability or practical
skills.
The word art covers many meanings including ability, process and product. As
ability, art is the human capacity to make things beauty and things that stir us; it is
creativity As process, art encompasses acts, such as drawing, painting sculpting,
designing, buildings, singing, dancing, and using the camera to create images or
memorable works. As products, art is the completed work an etching, a sculpture, a
structure a musical composition, choreography or tapestry.
Many known personalities define art in various ways. According to Plato, “Art is
that which brings life in harmony with the beauty of the world.” For John Dewey, “Art
is an attitude of spirit, a state of mind-one that demands for its own satisfaction and
fulfilling, a shaping of matter to new and more significant form.” For Oscar Wilde, “Art
is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has known.” And for Elbert
Hubbard, “Art is not a thing – it is a way.” From the various definitions above, art has
four essentials.
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Four common essentials of art:
1. Art has to be man-made.
2. Art must be creative, not imitative.
3. Art must benefit and satisfy man.
4. Art is expressed through a certain medium or material by which the artist
communicates himself to his audiences. [5] Panisan, Boongaling et.al(2018)

References
[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_art#:~:text=The%20history%.
[2] Ariola M. Mariano (2015); Art Appreciation in Humanities; C&E Publishing, Inc;
Quezon City
[3] Cid, E. (2013, July 9). Humanities 101 Art Appreciation.
[4] https://www.slideshare.net/ElCid3/humanities-101-art-appreciation
[5] Panisan, Wilson K., Boongaling,Corie Chuza G. etal(2018) ; Art Appreciation;
Mutya publishing House Inc; Malabon City

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