There has been an emerge of different art styles since the beginning of the 20th century.

These were
experimentations, inspired by both modern life and new theories about art. With the different art style or
movements of modern art the following are the most influential movements or style of modern art; (1)
Impressionism which uses a revolutionary technique for applying color that did not necessarily use premixed
color of paints. (2) Fauvism uses bold, vibrant and visual distortions. (3) Cubism uses cubes, a three
dimensional geometric figures that composed of strictly measured lines, planes, and angles. (4) Futurism
created art for a fast-paced, machine-propelled age where in they admired the motion, force, speed and
strength of mechanical form. (5) Expressionism created works with more emotional force rather than with
realistic or natural images (6) Dadaism characterized by dream, fantasies, memory, images and visual tricks
and surprises (7) Surrealism a style that depicted an illogical, subconscious dream world that seemed to exist
beyond the logical, conscious, physical one. (8) Abstract Expressionism there artworks were being rebellious,
disordered, highly personal and some feel revolutionary or negative (9) Pop art that made use of
commonplace, trivial, even nonsensical objects that seems to enjoy nonsense for its own sake and simply
wanted to laugh at the world. Lastly (10) Optical art a form of action painting that uses only lines, space, and
colors were precisely planned and positioned to give the illusion of movemen
In all of human history, art has mirrored life in the community, society, and the world in all its colors, lines,
shapes, and forms. The same has been true in the last two centuries, with world events and global trends
being reflected in the various art movements. The decades from 1900 to the present have seen the human
race living in an ever-shrinking
planet. The 20th century saw a boom in the interchange of ideas, beliefs, values, and lifestyles that continues
to bring the citizens of the word closer together.It is said that modern art originated from Impressionism,
coined from Clause Monet’s work, Impression, Sunrise. The said work of art is characterized by colors, heavy
brush strokes, and true-to-life depiction. These characteristics can also be found in Post-Impressionism kind of
art; however, artists incorporated new bold ways like using a geometric approach, fragmenting objects and
distorting people’s faces and body parts, and applying unrealistic or unnatural colors. Artists in Expressionism
created works with more emotional force which could be achieved by distorted outlines, applied strong colors,
and exaggerated forms. Another group of styles called Abstractionism became popular as it created the same
spirit of freedom of expression and openness that characterized life in the 20th century. Abstractionism was
logical and rational. Artists condensed scene into geometrical shapes, patterns, lines, angles, textures and
swirls of color. Another new forms of abstract art called Abstract Expressionism were developed. Some of its
prominent characteristics are the use of gestural brush strokes one mark-making, and the
impression of spontaneity. Aside from the traditional paintings and sculptures, new art forms flourished
during the 20th century. Among these forms of art were installation and performance art. Installation art uses
spaces and materials in innovative and creative ways while Performing art uses the human body, facial
expressions, gestures, and sounds. Both, however, speak of contemporary issues.

Modern art in the Philippines has evolved into a wide variety of expressions and medium turning the country
into a situation of creative upheavals. Some of the famous counterpart artist of the different art style or
movement were; (1) Juan Luna and Fernando Amorsolo who were influenced by impressionism. Juan Luna
despite being identified as master of classical style tried his hand at Impressionism as seen in the portrait of
his son, the three-year-old Andres. The use of small and brightly colored dabs on cheeks, the intent to create a
quick impressionism of a fleeting moment and the appearance of painting outdoors and reflected lights are
clearly impressionistic style. Fernando Amorsolo was influenced by Monet or Renoir which is evident in his
landscapes except for the background which has bold and spontaneous brushstrokes. The figures are more
carefully rendered and have the emphasis on detail conceived by his classical training. (2) Victorio Edades who
was influenced by Expressionism realized that the modernist’s experimentation and new perspective at seeing
the world was what the Philippine art needed. (3) Vicente Manansala, Ceasar Legaspi and Cenon Rivera who
were influenced by Cubism are unlike that of the European cubic masters because they stayed close to the
figures which they simplified to their basic geometrical forms. (4) Galo Ocampo and Herardo Ocampo are the
two prominent Filipino artists who pioneered Surrealist style in the Philippines. Surrealism offered a personal
solution to life during the years following the trauma of World War I. Galo Ocampo and Herardo Ocampo’s
forms, in turn, became accurate expressions of the Filipinos’ sentiments (5) Jose Joya and Lee Aguinaldo are
the representative artist of Abstract Expressionism. Joya embraced the value of dynamic spontaneity and
quick gestures in painting that became significant artistic influences among his flowers. Though influenced by
Abstract expressionism especially Kline’s style, Joya developed his own unique style while Lee Aguinaldo was
inspired by Jackson Pollock.
Test I: Read each sentence carefully. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer in ½ crosswise.
1. Which of the following art styles got the inspiration from the beauty of
geometrical figures?
a. Cubism c. Performance Art
b. Op Art d. Pop Art
2. Why is social realism an expressionist art?
a. It is done just for a purpose. c. It does not last for a long period of time.
b. The arts are for viewers’ eyes only. d. Because it expresses the artist’s role in social reform.
3. What art style creates illusion to the viewers?
a. Abstract Realism c. Dadaism
b. Cubism d. Op Art
4. Who among the following was an Op art artist?
a. Bridget Riley c. Pablo Picasso
b. Danny Sillada d. Roy Lichtenstein
5. Which of the following is another use of artworks aside from their aesthetic function?
a. Decorations at home c. Social and political protest
b. Exhibit at the hall d. None of the above
6. Which is not an element used in cubism style?
a. Different forms of shapes and lines c. Planes and figure images
b. Images of modern objects d. Use of bold and vibrant colors
7. What art form constitutes the action of an individual or a group at a particular
time and place?
a. Conceptual art c. Optical art
b. Installation art d. Performance art
8. What style uses lines and shapes with variety of colors?
a. Cubism c. Abstract Realism
b. Dadaism d. Op Art
9. Which of the following activities are examples of performance art?
a. Theatre, dance, painting c. Theatre, dance, music, mime
b. Juggling, painting, sculpting d. Gymnastics, juggling, playing
10.What type of art marked the transition from realism to impressionism?
a. Abstract c. Modern
b. Conventional d. Pragmatic
11.The lasting legacy of cubism to modern art can be seen through their artworks. All the following are
characteristics of cubist artwork EXCEPT ___.
a. It shows motion and speed all at once.
b. Artworks are made of planes and angles.
c. Makes use of three-dimensional geometric figures.
d. It aims to show all of the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all at
once.
12.Charlie went to an art exhibit. He saw artworks done by optical artist. What
illusions did he saw?
a. A visual experience with the action taking place in the viewers eyes.
b. Express the meaning of emotional experience rather than physical reality.
c. Artworks that use geometric approach, fragmenting objects and distorting
people’s faces and body parts and applying colors.
d. Images from popular and mass culture, such as advertising, comic
books and mundane mass-produced cultural objects.
13.What style infuses elements of design depicting of real life in visual arts?
a. Abstract realism c. Performance art
b. Optical art d. Pop art
14.What are the elements that constitute performance arts?
a. Space, time, performer’s body, relationship between audience and nature.
b. Performer’s body, time, space, relationship between performer and dancers
c. Time, space, performer’s body, relationship between nature and performer
d. Time, space, performer’s body, relationship between the performer and the
audience
15.What style is achieved through an orderly and precise use of shapes and
colors?
a. Abstract Realism c. Dadaism
b. Cubism d. Op Art
16. Which of the following refers to any material used by an artist?
a. Form c. Subject
b. Medium d. Technique
17. Which of the following is not a material for Dry Media?
a. Charcoal c. Pencil
b. Pastels d. Oil Paint
18. Which of the following refers to an artist’s means, process, or method of using the medium in finishing an
artwork?
a. Approach c. Style
b. Medium d. Technique
19. Which of the following types of art media uses liquid coloring like paints and inks?
a. Dry Media c. Non-mixed Media
b. Mixed Media d. Wet Media
20. Which of the following art techniques flings the paint with the flick of a brush into the painting surfaces?
a. Coloring c. Print Making
b. Painting d. Splattering
21. Which of the following techniques is demonstrated by printmaking?
a. Coloring c. Painting
b. Duplicating d. Splattering
22. Which is not true about printmaking?
a. It is a form of duplicating. c. A single design is meant to be multiplied.
b. It is a drawing or lighting with light literally. d. Each print is considered an original work.
23. Which among these processes involves the cutting away unneeded portion in a design?
a. Print what is below the surface. c. Print through open areas in screen.
b. Print what is drawn on the surface d. Print what is left of the original surface.
24. Which of the following involves printing through stencils?
a. Relief printing c. Silkscreen printing
b. Intaglio process d. Plano graphic process
25.Which of the following is not an art technique?
a. Editing c. Printing
b. Etching d. Coloring
26Which statement best describes the modern Filipino artists?
a. They create compositions based on their beliefs.
b. They have sense of artistry but mostly borrowed.
c. They portray patriotism, nationalism, and evolving culture.
d. They exemplify artistic compositions with vivid foreign influences.
27. Who is a famous Filipino cubist illustrator?
a. Hernando Ocampo c. Robert Rodrigues Chabet
b. Jose Joya d. Vicente Manansala
28.What is the best interpretation of the art composition entitled Madonna of the
Slums?
a. Mother and child who has been in danger.
b. Mother and child who has been reunited.
c. Mother and child who lived in desperation.
d. Mother and child who lived in poverty.
29.Which of the following is an artwork of Vicente Manansala?
a. Growth b. Hills of Nikko c. Jeepneys d.Landscape
30.Who is the Filipino artist awarded for his distinct expressionism?
a. Hernando Ocampo c. Jose Joya
b. Ibarra dela Rosa d. Mauro Santos
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Using the graph below. Give what is being ask. After which answer the given question into 3- 5
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1. As a beginner, or amateur is it easy for you to evaluate works of art in terms of artistic
concepts and ideas using the criteria from the various art movements? Why?