ne RT ART OF SPEAKING WHER SO SCE ND Cel NGO JANUARY 2021 COND SEMESTER APPRECIATION MODULE COMPILATION | AS RESEARCHED BY D. SABULARSE CREDITS OF WORKS TO RESPECTED RESEARCHERS AND WRITERSArt Appreciation Introduction to Art Appreciation. Introduction. Art appreciation is the study of the visual arts, such as painting, sculpture, architecture, and photography. It is a way of understanding how art has been used throughout history to convey meaning and create emotions. Art appreciation can help us understand our own culture and the cultures of others. Studying art appreciation can be beneficial in many ways. It can help us develop an appreciation for the beauty of the world around us, as well as help us understand the history and culture of different societies. Benefits of Studying Art Appreciation. Studying art appreciation can help us develop our own creative skills. By understanding the techniques used by artists, we can learn to express our own ideas and feelings in a creative way. It can also help us develop our critical thinking skills, as we leam to analyze and interpret artwork in order to understand its meaning. Studying art appreciation can also help us understand the world around us. By studying how art has been used throughout history, we can gain a better understanding of the culture and history of different societies. This can ip us to better understand our own culture and the cultures of others. Studying Art | Appreciation in the 21st Century. In the 21st century, the study of art appreciation has become even more important. With the rise of digital media, we are now exposed to art from all over the world. Studying art appreciation can help us understand the different cultural influences that shape our own culture. Studying art appreciation can also help us understand the impact of technology on art. By understanding how technology has changed the way art is created and consumed, we can better understand the impact of technology on our lives.Art Appreciation Why is Art important to Us? To You? To Anybody? Art is a reflection of society and culture. It helps us understand what we are as human beings and influences how we relate to cach other. Art is an expression of our inner thoughts, feohnes) and experiences. It's also an expression of creativity that can be used for self-reflection or social influence. Art is an expression of our thoughts, emotions, intuitions, and desires, but it is even more personal than that: it’s about sharing the way we experience the world, which for many is an extension of personality. It is the communication of intimate concepts that cannot be faithfully portrayed by words alone. And because words alone are not enough, we must find some other vehicle to carry our intent. But the content that we instill on or in our chosen media is not in itself the art. Art is to be found in how the media is used, the way in which the content is expressed. Short Essay. What Art are you into? What Talent do you possess? Why do you do it?Art Appreciation Chapter 1: ‘The Meaning and Importance of Art. What is Art? Art lacks a satisfactory definition. It is easier to describe it as the way something is done “the use of skill and imagination in the creation of aesthetic objects, environments, or experiences that can be shared with others” rather than what it is. Many other definitions emphasize that: 1. Art is subjective and art is more subjective than objective.( Art for art itself) 2. Art is form and content.( there is always a concept). 3. There is a connection between beauty and art and beauty is the measure of quality of art. It has to be said that defining art is just like defining life itself. First, art is the barometer that measures levels of cultural sophistication. Throughout human existence, we have learned about cultural accomplishments from the cultural artifacts left behind. Many of these artifacts have left behind permanent marks on the planet. In addition to providing commentary about the larger culture, art makes life more manageable, tolerable and enjoyable. One may not think about more utilitarian items and places as “art,” but they do contribute to one’s aesthetic experience. Art is an expression of our thoughts, emotions, intuitions, and desires, but it is even more personal than that: it’s about sharing the way we experience the world, which for an extension of personality. many is It is the communication of intimate concepts that cannot be _ faithfully portrayed by words alone. And because words alone are not enough, we must find some other vehicle to carry our intent. But the content that we instill on or in our chosen media is not in itself the art. Art is to be found in how the media is used, the way in which the content is expressed.Art Appreciation Art and Beauty. Beauty is much more than cosmetic: it is not about prettiness. Beauty is rather a measure of affect, a measure of emotion. In the context. of art, beauty is the gauge of successful communication between participants — the conveyance of a concept between the artist and the perceiver. ‘ Y Beautiful art is successful in portraying the artist’s most profound intended emotions, the desired concepts, whether they be pretty and bright, or dark and sinister. But neither the artist nor the observer can be certain of successful communication in the end. So beauty in art is etemally subjective. a Works of art may elicit a sense of wonder or cynicism, hope or despair, adoration or spite; the work of art may be direct or complex, subtle or explicit, intelligible or obscure; and the subjects and approaches to the creation of art are bounded only by the imagination of the artist. Consequently, | believe that defining art based upon’ its content is a doomed enterprise. (Mike Mallory, Everett, WA) Art can communicate information, shape our everyday lives, make a social statement and be enjoyed for aesthetic beauty. Art is also necessary to give meaning to things. Works of Bansky. SOURCES: hittpsi//philosophynow 4 Art_and_or_What_is_Beat Special Credits The Importance \0 associate professt College) + https//www.tecd, te%20information® joyed%20Ffor%20aes! https://en.wikipedia.org/sArt Appreciation Chapter 1.2: ‘The Meaning and Importance of Art. The Nature of Art. Imagine, just for a minute, a world without art! (You may think "So what?", but please consider the impact that lack of graphics would have on your favorite video game.) Art stimulates different parts of our brains to make us laugh. Art gives us a way to be creative and express ourselves. For some people, art is the entire reason they get out of bed in the morning. You could say "Art is something that makes us more thoughtful and well-rounded humans." On the other hand, art is such a large part of our everyday lives, we hardly even stop to think about it. Look at the desk or table where you are right this minute. Someone designed that. It is art. Your shoes are art. Your coffee cup is art. All functional design is art. Art lacks a satisfactory definition. It is easier to describe it as the way something is done “the use of skill and imagination in the creation of aesthetic objects, environments, or experiences that can be shared with others” rather than what it is. Artis Everywhere. For as long as humanity has existed, art has been part of our lives. For many years, people have been creating and enjoying art. It expresses emotions or expression of life. It is one such creation that enables interpretation of any kind. Art is everywhere, whether you know where to look or not. It’s the design of your soda can and cereal box, or the graphics of that videogame you are playing and is currently obsessed with beating. It’s the songs you sing in church or in the bathroom whatever, and that dress your grandmother made you years ago. It’s the music or songs you bop to on your way to work, and the books stacked on your bedside table. It is all art, and it affects our lives in ways both subtle and obvious, expected and unexpected.Art Appreciation A lot of people think that art are j things we see displayed in museums. Art is more than that. Everyone has their own way of showing art. One good example of this is how we want to look or dress. We want our shirts to be of a particular color. We want it to be smooth and have a good shape. Architects and interior designers also have their own way of showing art. Some architects want their buildings to have irregular shapes some prefer them to be straight and tall. Some designers want to have a lot of light in their design and others want it full of color. Each artist has his own way of expressing art. Art as an Expression and Communication. What does one do when words fail? Make art." Art has been a medium of communication and self-expression since the beginning of human history. From making stick figures in caves to modern art as we know it today, art has provided a way for humans. to convey a feeling, a distant emotion that is wordless, something visceral and yet subtle. It helps people deal with and manage their feelings, to express who they are, without the human need to communicate. As we grow up, our self-expression and communication suffer as we deal with life and its altering events. We don’t know how to express our emotions; we don’t even understand them at times. This isn’t so when we're children: you probably colored, designed, and imagined without a restraint. With art, you regain this ability to express yourself. You may think you're merely painting or creating something nice. Still, during the process, you can dig into your emotions and feel that feeling that’s surfacing: it'll be a medium for self- expression, it'll help you find your voice, will enable you to communicate without words. You get to unleash those buried feelings that are otherwise out of touch. Sometimes, we cant give words to how we feel about tough feelings of our past. But, when you paint or make art, you can communicate your negative’ feelings, whether sadness, regret, or anger, into your piece. It helps you grieve; it helps you express contentment, it gives you a stage where you can channel that energy you feel inside of you And, it promotes mindfulness; art makes you more aware of the present moment and helps quieten your stress. This releases dopamine, the feel-good hormone, in the brain, leading to a better physical and emotional impact.Art Appreciation Art as Creation. A work of art is created by an artist, in order then to develop an independent existence in the eye of the beholder over which the creator loses all control. Music Music as an art conveys an individual's emotions, expressions and creativity. It is composing and using unique symbols Music comes from what is in the soul and it puts the Artist creation on display in many and various forms. Music in a way is different from other artforms because it alone is an expression of itself rather than something else. Notes and melodies, unlike phrases and colors, do not try to represent anything but can instead be appreciated simply for what they are. Sculpture Sculpture is a form of artistic expression that involves modelling, sculpting or carving stone, wood or other materials Sculpture is considered one of the 7 arts, alongside music, painting and dance, and sculptors can use it to express themselves through the use of volume and space. Painting Paintings are a form of visual art that captures the expression of ideas and emotions on a two-dimensional surface. Artists use the elements of shape, colors, line, tones, and textures in unique ways to produce paintings that convey sensations of movement, volume, space, and light — A painting can represent a natural scene or object, describe a narrative, or be wholly abstract.Art Appreciation Dance Dance is a filly-fledged art form, belonging to the ‘performing arts’, a goal in itself and a means of allowing a human being to express his inner feelings, thoughts and experiences. Dance is a natural form of self-expression: the body expresses itself naturally and so therefore does the spirit. We are all free willed beings, no matter what our personal situation may be. Through dance, our body expresses how free we actually are, while also highlighting the restrictions our minds impose on it. 7‘ Architecture Architecture is considered an art. More specifically, it can be categorized as fine and applied art. Many think buildings are just structures meant to provide shelter and protection against the elements, but this is not entirely true. The buildings that architects design have been given beauty and meaning. They are created to make people feel something when they see them, whether it is awe, peace, or happiness. Art and Experience. We express our experience through art. Art is used to produce varying combination of sensory, emotional and __ intellectual experiences or responses an experienced artist Art involving nature can be done simply to display the beauty of the natural world around us, to make scientific observations in an environment, or to open our minds to philosophical ideas about our own connection to nature and beyond. + https: //philosophynow.org/issues/108/what_is_Art_ and_or_what_is_BeautyArt Appreciation Chapter 1.3: The Subjects of Art The subject of art is the matter to be described or to be portrayed by the artist. This may refer to any person, object, scene or event. Two Kinds of Art as to Subject: + Representational or Objective Art; and + Non-representational or Non-objective Art i 7 get SS 1. Representational or Subjective Art. They are those arts which depict (represent) objects that are commonly recognized by most people. They attempt to copy, even if in a subjective manner, something that's real. It uses “form” and is concerned with “what” is to be depicted in the artwork. Still Life + Still life is a work of art depicting mostly inanimate subject matter, typically commonplace objects which may be either natural (food, flowers, plants, rocks, or shells) or man-made (drinking glasses, books, vases, jewelry, coins, pipes, and so on) in an artificial setting. Portraiture (Portrait) + Portraiture (portrait) is a painting, photograph, sculpture, or other artistic representation of a person, in which the face and its expression is predominant. We can find portraits in most stately homes, museums and art galleries, as well as in our own homes. Portraits can be paintings, drawings, sculptures —_ or, photographs which record our changing identity and aspirations. In earlier times, many people would have had only one portrait painted in their lifetime, if at all, so artists were selected with great care and expectations were high.Art Appreciation : : Seascapes, Landscapes TOG and Cityscapes Se 2. Non-Representational or Non- Subjective Art. They are those arts without any reference to anything outside itself (without representation). It is nonobjective because it has no recognizable objects. It is abstract in the sense that it doesn’t represent real objects in our world. It uses “content” and is concerned with “how” the artwork is depicted.Art Appreciation Methods of Presenting Art Subjects Art Subjects can be presented in several methods: 1.Realism 2. Abstraction 3. Symbolism 4. Fauvism 5. Dadaism 6. Futurism 7. Surrealism 8. Impressionism Realism. It often refers to the artistic movement, which began in France in the 1850s. The popularity of realism grew with the introduction of photography - a new visual source that created a desire for people to produce things that look “objectively real”. Undistorted by personal bias, realism believed in the ideology of objective reality and revolted against exaggerated emotionalism. @ Simply speaking, it is a method of portraying an art subject according to the objective reality. It depicts what the eyes can see, what the ear can hear, what the sense faculty may receive. Example was the painting of Zeuxis, 5th century painter. The subject of his painting was a grape. When he unveiled his painting of grapes, they appeared so real, luscious and inviting that the birds flew down from the sky to peck at them. Abstraction. Its etymology is derived from Latin “abstractus “drawn away," or Latin past participle “abstrahere:” from ab(s)- "away" + trahere "draw," which means "withdrawn or separated from material objects or practical matters." It is totally the opposite of realism. In abstract art, the artist does not show the subject at all as an objectively reality, but only his idea, or his feeling about it (exaggerated emotionalism). It is all about what the artists feel and what mood they might want to portray. Abstract art is all shapes, no real-life images, scenery, or objects - Forms of Abstraction. 1. Distortion 2.Elongation 3. Mangling 4. CubismArt Appreciation Distortion This is clearly manifested when the subject is in misshapen condition, or the regular shape is twisted out. It is a form os emphasizing detail to the point that something is no longer “correctly” depicted. Example is Pablo Picasso’s The Old Guitarist. See how the left shoulder is hitched up so high and the other shoulder barely exists; how spidery his hands are; and how his head is twisted around unnaturally. Another is Henry Moore’s sculptural works and the ancient Egyptian paintings and sculptural works are good examples of this kind. Elongation It refers to that which is being lengthened, a protraction or an extension. El Greco "Christ Crucified," a sculpture by Giambologna from around 1588, an elegant but somewhat formulaic work in which the elongated body of Christ seems to float almost birdlike off the cross, is an example of this.Art Appreciation Mangling This may not be a commonly used way of presenting an abstract subject, but there are few artists who show subject or objects which are cut, lacerated, mutilated, torn, hacked or disfigured. Cubism It began in the early 1900s when artists such as Georges Braque (French) and Pablo Picasso (Spanish) began painting in such a way that was far removed from traditional art styles. The Cubists tried to create a new way of seeing things in art. Many of their subjects, be they people or landscapes, were represented as combinations of basic geometric shapes - sometimes showing multiple viewpoints of a particular image. Cubist pictures are therefore often described as looking like pieces of fractured glass.Art Appreciation Abstract Expressionism Abstract Expressionism is a modern art movement that flowered in America after the Second World War and held sway until the dawn of Pop Art in the 1960's. With this movement New York replaced Paris as the center of the art world. In a painting, the artists applied paint rapidly, and with force to their huge canvases in an effort to show feelings and emotions, painting gesturally, non-geometrically, sometimes applying paint with large brushes, sometimes dripping or even throwing it into the canvas. Abstract Expressionism was influenced by the Existentialist philosophy, which emphasized the importance of the act of creating, not of the finished object. What matters for the artist are the qualities of the paint itself and the act of painting itself.Art Appreciation Symbolism A symbol is a visible sign of something invisible such as an idea or quality. Symbolism systematically uses symbols to concentrate or intensify meaning, making the work of art more subjective (rather than objective) and conventional. For example, a flag is a symbol of a country and it depicts the value of nationalism; a lion to represent courage and a lamb to represent meekness. The logos and emblems of business firms and the coat of arms of bishops are also examples of symbolism. Lucerne’s Lion Monument, a famous masterpiece of the early 19th century, is dedicated to the memory of the heroic fight and final defeat of the Swiss Guards in Paris in 1792. In the Philippines, we have the “Spolarium” of Juan Luna. The painting shows fallen gladiators being dragged to an unseen pile of corpses in a chamber beneath the Roman arena. It expresses his anger over the abuses and cruelties of the colonial rule of the Spanish authorities over the people of his native country. TheArt Appreciation Fauvism It is derived from the French “les fauves,” which means “the wild beasts.” It is an artistic movement of the last part of the 19th century which emphasized spontaneity and use of extremely bright colors. To a fauvist, for example, a tree trunk need not be brown. It could be bright red, purple or any other color. Henri Matisse, French artist, was known for his use of colour and his fluid, brilliant and original draughtsmanship (draftsmanship). As a draughtsman (draftsman), printmaker, and sculptor, but principally as a painter, Matisse is one of the best-known artists of the 20th century. He was initially labeled as a Fauve (wild beast). Dadaism The term “dada” is a French word, which means a “hobby-horse.” A hobby-horse is a child’s toy consisting of a wooden horse mounted on a stick. With this etymology, we could say that Dadaism is system of art which is per se “nonsensical.” Some would say it is not an art because it strives to have no meaning at all. It started as a Post World War cultural movement against the barbarism of the war. It is a reaction to what they believed were outworn traditions in art, and the evils they saw in society. It tried to shock and provoke the public with outrageous pieces of writing, poetry recitals and art exhibitions.Art Appreciation Futurism Futurism came into being with the appearance of a manifesto published by the poet Filippo Tommaso Marinetti on the front page of the February 20, 1909, issue of Le Figaro. It was the very first manifesto of this kind. Marinetti summed up the major principles of the Futurists. He and others espoused a love of speed, technology and violence. Futurism was presented as a modernist movement celebrating the technological, future era. The car, the plane, the industrial town were representing the motion in modern life and the technological triumph of man over nature Surrealism It is an offshoot or a child of dada. It is also known as “super realism,” which revolves on the method of making ordinary things look extraordinary. It focuses on real things found in the imagination or fantasy or it has realistic subjects that are found in the unconscious mind; depicting dreamlike images of the inner mind. Impressionism It is also sometimes referred to as optical realism due to its interest in the actual viewing experience, including such things as the effect of color, light and movement on the appearance of the objects depicted in the artworks. Impressionism focused on directly describing the visual sensations derived from nature. Devotees of Impressionism were not concerned with the actual depiction of the objects they painted. Instead they were concerned with the visual impressions aroused by those objects. RESOURCES subjects of art and Methods of Presenting: By: Marion L. Kinacay SU=i Phiosophy/HUmanites * ht lwinn geoetes ws toxephia_bookcenter/humanties2 patArt Appreciation Chapter 1.4: ‘The Function of Art The Most Important Functions of Art. By Shelley Esaak, August 13, 2019 Within art, there exist purposes referred to as functions for which a piece of art may be designed, but no art can be "assigned" a function—either in scholarly studies or casual conversation—outside of the proper context. Art forms exist within very specific contexts that must be considered when classifying them. Whether a particular piece of art has existed for centuries or has yet to be created, it is functional in some way—all art exists for a reason and these reasons make up the functions of art. Functions of Art Ideally, one can look at a piece of art and guess with some accuracy where it came from and when. This best-case scenario also includes identifying the artist because they are in no small way part of the contextual equation. You might wonder, "What was the artist thinking when they created this?" when you see a piece of art. You, the viewer, are the other half of this equation; you might ask yourself how that same piece of art makes you feel as you look at it. These—in addition to the time period, location of creation, cultural influences, etc.—are all factors that should be considered before trying to assign functions to art. Taking anything out of context can lead to misunderstanding art and misinterpreting an artist's intentions, which is never something you want to do. The functions of art normally fall into three categories: physical, social, and personal. These categories can and often do overlap in any given piece of art. When you're ready to start thinking about these functions, here's how. Physical The physical functions of art are often the easiest to understand. Works of art that are created to perform some service have physical functions. If you see a Fijian war club, you may assume that, however wonderful the craftsmanship may be, it was created to perform the physical function of smashing skulls. A Japanese raku bowl is a piece of art that performs a physical function in a tea ceremony. Conversely, a fur-covered teacup from the Dada movement has no physical function. Architecture, crafts such as welding and woodworking, interior design, and industrial design are ail types of art that serve physical functions. Social Art has a social function when it addresses aspects of (collective) life as opposed to one person's point of view or experience. Viewers can often relate in some way to social art and are sometimes even influenced by it.Art Appreciation Art that depicts social conditions performs social functions and often this art comes in the form of photography. The Realists figured this out early in the 19th century. American photographer Dorothea Lange (1895-1965) along with many others often took pictures of people in conditions that are difficult to see and think about. Additionally, satire performs social functions. Spanish painter Francisco Goya (1746-1828) and English portrait artist William Hogarth (1697-1764) both went this route with varying degrees of success at motivating social change with their art. Sometimes the possession of specific pieces of art in a community can elevate that community's status. A stabile by American kinetic artist Alexander Calder (1898-1976), for example, can be a community treasure and point of pride. Personal The personal functions of art are often the most difficult to explain. There are many types of personal functions and these are highly subjective. Personal functions of art are not likely to be the same from person to person An artist may create a piece out of a need for self-expression or gratification. They might also or instead want to communicate a thought or point to the viewer. Sometimes an artist is only trying to provide an aesthetic experience, both for self and viewers. A piece might be meant to entertain, provoke thought, or even have no particular effect at all. Personal function is vague for a reason From artist to artist and viewer to viewer, one's experience with art is different. Knowing the background and behaviors of an artist helps when interpreting the personal function of their pieces. ‘Art may also serve the personal function of controlling its viewers, much like social art. It can also perform religious service or acknowledgment. Art has been used to attempt to exert magical control, change the seasons, and even acquire food. Some art brings order and peace, some creates chaos. There is virtually no limit to how art can be used. Finally, sometimes art is used to maintain a species. This can be seen in rituals of the animal kingdom and in humans themselves. Biological functions obviously _ include fertility symbols (in any culture), but there are many ways humans adom their bodies with art in order to be attractive to others and eventually mate.Art Appreciation Determining the Function of Art The functions of art apply not only to the artist that created a piece but to you as the viewer. Your whole experience and understanding of a piece should contribute to the function you assign it, as well as everything you know about its context. Next time you are trying to understand a piece of art, try to remember these four points: (1) context and (2) personal, (3) social, and (4) physical functions. Remember that some art serves only one function and some all three (perhaps even more). Art functions can be classified into: 1. Directly Functional - These refers to art the we use in our daily lives such as: © Architecture ° Weaving o Furniture Making Proc i iaaetonelegnecetre terse arts that are "perceived through senses: © Painting © Sculpture © Literature ° Music o Theater Arts There are instances when the Directly Functional and Indirectly Functional Arts cross boundaries and are a combination of each other. Example is when an artist transforms the butpsAwstideshare:nctncentjohnChattoffunction-of-at-228926954 function of a chair into a symbolic object, say like, a throne. It then becomes a representation of something which eventually becomes a medium to symbolize seat of power, knowledge, education, status, etc.Art AppreciationArt AppreciationArt Appreciation “Everything has its beauty, TMA everyone sees it.” - Andy Warhol SIR DAWIIIL'S SOCIAL STUDIES fii ie ex eee