MODERN TECHNOLOGY:

Its Role and Function on

Artworks
CAPTURE CAPTION!
WERE YOU ONCE LIKE
THEM?
 Modern Technology: A
Tool for EMPOWERMENT
There were developments in terms of
the processes of creating an artwork.
Artists became more interested to the
so-called digital-based arts, and
they were able to explore and develop
their skills and talents in this
field.
A form of communication- It
expresses ideas through visual
elements and principles in an
artistic, advanced and creative way

Accessible to mass
consumption- digital
artworks are easier to
access and share in the
different social and
multimedia platforms.
Wider range of artforms to produce-
With the different applications and
software available in making digital
artworks, artists have many choices
to the kind of artwork they want to
produce.

More productive and

practical- Creating
digital artworks uses
limited materials unlike
the traditional way of
making art.
 ROLE/FUNCTION OF
ARTWORKS AS TO
UTILIZATION AND
COMBINATION OF ART
ELEMENTS AND
PRINCIPLES
NON-MOTIVATED
VS.
MOTIVATED
NON-MOTIVATED FUNCTION OF ART
● art is based on
one’s perspective
● does not fulfill a
specific external
purpose
a.Basic human instinct for
harmony, balance, and rhythm
b. Experience of the
mysterious
c. Expression of the
imagination
d. Ritualistic and symbolic
function
MOTIVATED FUNCTION OF ART
● intentional, and they are
used by the artist or creator.
● brings about political
change, to comment or to
convey specific idea.
● used for medical purposes,
entertainment and
communication.
a. Communication
b. Art as entertainment
c. The Avant-Garde
d. Art as a “free zone”
e. Art for Social Causes
f.Art for Medical Purposes
The Use of
Technology-Based
Art to Derive
Traditions and
History
History, culture, and traditions are
indispensable part of humanity.
History refers to the study of the
past events, most especially human
events and endeavors. Culture is the
way people live where customs,
beliefs, art, social groups and
people are parts of it. Traditions
are part of history and culture that
are passed on from generation to
generation.
Vigan Heritage

Vigan Heritage is a major

landmark in the Province of
Ilocos Sur which derived
from the Spanish
colonization during the 16th
century. It is a living
remnant of an old
architectural design
preserved in a digital
photograph.
Princess Urduja

Princess Urduja is believed

to be a heroine in
Philippine history
particularly in Pangasinan.
This was accounted in the
travels of Ibn Batutta, a
Muslim traveler from
Morroco. The animated film
was created on June 18,
2008.
Laro ng Lahi

This is a digital painting

done which is a
conglomeration of the
traditional Filipino games
like tumbang preso, kadang
kadang, trumpo, palo-sebo,
luksong baka, patintero and
many more. It reflects
Filipino ingenuity in terms
of their leisure activities
We Heal as One

This is a digital
poster as an
interpretation of the
courage, resilience,
volunteerism, and
unity of the Filipinos
amidst the pandemic.
Hundred Islands
(Seascape)

Digital photography
showing an evidence of
the natural beauty of
the seascape of
Lingayen Gulp where
the famous Hundred
Islands is located.
Characteristics
of the 21st
Century
Artworks
Process-Artists of
different generations have
one thing in common and
that is to express their
personal experiences,
beliefs and to make a
change.
Themes and Styles-The 21st
century era of art is a period
of free forms and styles which
is characterized by experts as
the time of art without
uniformity in principle or
ideology.
Visual Arts are basically
art forms which are visual
in nature, like drawing,
painting, photography,
videography, architecture.
 21st Century Artworks
Julie Mehretu's Dispersion, 2002
 21st Century Artworks

KRANKENHAUS (HOSPITAL)
Maria Lassnig
2005
ARMPIT
Ellen Altfest
2011
DESCRIBE HOW THE ARTIST USE
COLOR TO CREATE A MOOD