WEEKLY LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

ARTS 10 2ND QTR, WEEK 1

DIGITAL ARTS

Name: ___________________________________________ Section: ____________________

MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY

• Identify art elements in the technology-based production arts; and distinct
characteristics of arts during the 21st century in terms of production,
functionality, and range of audience reach (A10EL-IIa-2)
KEY CONCEPTS

Digital Arts Defined

• Digital Arts describe technological arts, with fluid boundaries offering many
possible interpretations of the terminology. As such, we now prefer the terms
digital art and new media which can be used interchangeably with some
nuances. In other words, while some works rely on digital tools to magnify an
already-existing medium, others use as digital technology as an intrinsic and
indissociable component in the making of the artifact.

Technology-Based Art

Computer/Digital Art

• Mobile Phone Art

• Computer generated Images

Picture taken by the author

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph
 Art Elements in the Technology Based Production

Rhythm

• Rhythm in art is possibly one of the most difficult and most important
ingredients required for building an interesting composition. Just like in music,
the music we hear and the different beats produce a physical reaction from us,
making us move our bodies to the rhythm, allowing us to express the inner
sensations sound produced. It is often referred to as the principles of
organization or design principles. Rhythm refers to the movement or the visual
flow within a certain piece. It is sometimes also referred to as a tempo or a beat
created that invites the eye to enter into the journey of the artist’s soul.
Balance

• Balance in art refers to the use artistic elements such as line, texture, color,
and form in the creation of artworks in a way that renders visual stability. In
general terms, balance refers to the equilibrium of different elements. However,
in art and design, balance does not necessarily imply a complete visual or even
physical equilibrium of forms around a center of the composition, but rather an
arrangement of forms that evokes the sense of balance in viewers. Balance is
important as it brings visual harmony, rhythm and coherence to artwork, and
it confirms its completeness.

There are few types of balance, and they are as follows:

❖ Symmetry – a form of balance achieved by the use of identical balance
compositional units on either side of a vertical axis within the
picture plane.
❖ Approximate Symmetry - a form of balance achieved by the use of
similarly balanced compositional units on either side of a vertical
axis within the picture plane.
❖ Radial Symmetry – a form of balance that is even, radiating out from a
central point to all four quadrants of the shape’s
constraining plane.
❖ Asymmetry – a form of balance attained when the visual units on
balance either side of the vertical axis are not identical, but are
placed in positions within the picture plane.
Emphasis

• Emphasis is a principle of arts which refers to the use of visual elements to draw
attention to a certain area, usually a focal point, in an artwork. There are many
ways you could go about using emphasis in your art. Usually, it involves
contrasting different elements against each other. For example, a bright red
object will stand out among dull gray background or a straight line among curve
lines, or a round object among circular objects.
Proportion

• Proportion is the comparison of dimensions or distribution of forms. It is the

relationship in scale between one element and another, or between a whole
object and one of its parts. Differing proportions with a composition can relate
to different kinds of balance or symmetry, and can help establish visual weight
and depth.

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph
 Variety

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Variety is the compliment to unity and harmony, and is needed to create visual
interest. Without unity and harmony, an image is chaotic and “unreadable”,
without variety it is dull and uninteresting. Good design is achieved through the
balance of unity and variety; the elements need to be alike enough so we
perceive them as a belonging together and different enough to be interesting.
Movement

•
Movement is the path our eyes follow when we look at a work of art, and is
generally very important to keep a viewer’s eyes engaged in the work. Without
movement artwork becomes stagnant. A few good strategies to evoke a sense of
movement (among many others) are using diagonal lines, placing shapes so that
they extend beyond the boundaries of the picture plane, and using changing
values.
Below are the different examples of pictures taken by the author to show how each
element is being played.

Rhythm Balance

The rhythm in An image is

photography balanced when
strongly structures subject areas
an image. Often, command a
the rhythm of a viewer’s
photo generates a attention
movement. equally.
Picture taken at Camiguin, Whilte Island.
No copyright issue, picture taken at Sumilao, Bukidnon.

Emphasis Proportion
Proportion is
used in
The subject used
photography to
to attract the
give the illusion
viewer’s attention
that something is
to a particular
different in size,
area or object.
but still makes
the photo fit
together.
No copyright issue, picture taken at Dahilayan, Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon Taken by the author at Kinawe, Libona, Bukidnon

Variety Movement
Another element Lines and patterns
which can be played create a sense of motion.
by the photographer
by observing many
elements in a picture,
it can be sizes, colors
or the subject itself.
Taken by the author at Claveria, Misamis Oriental
Taken by the author at Gango, Libona, Bukidnon

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph
ACTIVITY 1
• Identify what type of art element is in the pictures below. Write the answers on
the arrow provided.

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph
ACTIVITY 2
Picture Perfect Take a picture from newspaper or magazine (if available a smartphone)
of something you consider special. Mount it on a separate sheet of paper. Analyze the
picture you have taken and apply the different elements of technology-based arts.

Rhythm

Balance

Emphasis

Proportion

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph
 Variety Movement

REFLECTION

• If you will become a software application developer of a digital company,

what application are you going to develop?
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REFERENCE
Sunico, Raul., Cabanban, Evelyn F., and Moran, Melissa Y. Horizons, Music and Arts
Appreciation for Young Filipinos Grade 10, Quezon City, Philippines: Tawid Publications
2015.

AUTHOR: Ermelito C. Sido

SCHOOL: Doña Carmen NHS
DISTRICT/DIVISION: Tagbina III, Surigao del Sur Division
Email: ermelito.sido@deped.gov.ph