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HE Arts
In
3 Daily Living
Bachelor of Technology and Livelihood Education- Home Economics
HE 3a (Arts in Daily Living)

Module 1
Behind Arts, styles and design

Tashana Kym A. Dorias, LPT

Part-Time Lecturer
First Semester, A.Y. 2020-2021

Table of Contents
Title
Table of Contents
Overview of the Module
 Purpose of the Module
 Module Title and Description
 Module Guide
Module Requirements
Course Pretest

Key Terms
Learning Plan
Lesson 1
 Activity 1.1
 Activity 1.2
 Self-Check 1.1
Lesson 2
 Activity 2. 1
 Activity 2.2
 Self-check 2.1

Feedback
Summary
References
Suggested Readings

Overview of the Module

Module 1: Behind Arts, styles and design
This module contains the following lessons:
 The scopes of art
-Contribution of some famous artist in art
-How Art is Valued
 Relations of art and design
Two kinds of design
-Structural Design
- Decorative Design

Purpose of the Module

When we make or study our own art, we often come to a fuller understanding of our
personal thoughts, feelings, and values. When we study works of art mad by other people, we
are better able to see how each of us is unique but at the same time connected with other
people and other culture through similar human concerns and experiences. And so this
module will become a portal for you in developing your technical skills, creativity and
problem solving abilities which you can carry throughout your lives.

Module Title and Description

For your first encounter in our subjects, you will get to know more what is behind
arts, styles and design, how arts is valued, the relations of art and design, and the two kinds of
design.

Module Guide
To get the most of this module, you’ve got to do the following:
 Try to read and understand the learning outcomes. These will tell you what you
should know and be able to do at the end of the module.
 Answer the Learning Activities to measure your knowledge and understanding about
the topic.
Did you understand the guidelines in using this module? Great! Now, you are all set to
utilize this module as much as you can. Now remember, if you find it confusing and
challenging, you can always restudy what you have learned. Good luck.

Module Requirements
In going through this module, you are expected to have the following:
 Internet connection to download the module
 Textbook/s and other materials related to Arts, style and design
 LEARNING OUTCOMES

 Discuss the scopes of art, the relations of art and design, and the two
kinds of design
 Explain the two kinds of design.
 Appraise the significance of arts to humanity
 Create a video presentation applying the requirements of good
decoration.

PRE-TEST
A. Encircle the correct answer to each of the following question.
1. Derived from a Greek word, which means feeling.
a. Art ✓ c. Design
b. Aesthetics d. Anesthetics
 2. According Art is means of pleasure.

a. Tolstoi✓ c. Aristotle
b. Benedetto Croce d. St. Thomas

3. The expression of the beautiful in man’s work.

a. Design c. Aesthetics✓
b. Art d. Fine Arts

4. It is made up of lines, forms, colors and tones.

a. Dancing c. Music
b. Architecture d. Painting✓

5. It gives artistic beauty to objects whose primary function is human comfort and
convenience
a. Practical Arts✓ c. Commercial Arts
b. Industrial Arts d. Civic Arts

6. It is expressed in harmonious sounds

a. Painting c. Rhythm
b. Music✓ d. Tones

7. It employs beauty to transform and improve materials which are manufactured for
human use.
a. Civic Art c. Industrial Art✓
b. Commercial Art d. Applied Art

8. The impact of a work of art has on our senses, intellect and emotions.
a. Aesthetic Value✓ c. Historical Value
b. Economics Value d. Social Value

9. Surface enrichment of a structural design

a. Arts c. Structural design
b. Decorative design✓ d. Fine Arts
10. It is that aspect of art that has something to do with beauty in dressmaking, decorative

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ornamentals, handicrafts, homemaking, landscaping, etc.
a. Civic Arts c. Industrial Arts
b. Applied Art✓ d. Commercial Art

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E S S O N

The scopes of Art

 Presentation of the Content

Work of art are valuable in the attainment of

good life because they serve as models of human
condition, models of concepts and emotion that can be
interpreted by the observer. Art products are vehicles
of communication; they are keys culture away from an
animalistic style of self-realization.

Key Terms
ACTIVITY 1.1
Art is generic terms embracing a
Arrange the jumbled letter accordingly then write your answer
broadon field
the empty box
of human activities
provided and gives your insights in every word that you arranged. and endeavors. Unless preceded
by a qualifying adjective, art
includes anything that pleases us
1.
GINDSE DESIGN or moves our emotions, and as
such involves all sense organs- the
A design is a plan or specification for the construction of an object or system
eyes, ears, nose, tongue and the
or for the implementation of an activity or process, or the result of that plan or
skin.
specification in the form of a prototype, product or process. The design
usually has to satisfy certain goals and constraints,Aesthetics
may takeis into
the study of beauty
account
by itself and in all its
manifestation.
Artistic Beauty it is the beauty
that art expresses.
 aesthetic, functional, economic, or socio-political considerations, and is
expected to interact with a certain environment. Design enable them to learn
how to reflect critically on their own and others’ work. … It provides children,
young people and lifelong learners with regular opportunities to think
imaginatively and creatively and develop confidence in other subjects and life
skills.

2. EHTCSTIASE AESTHETICS

Deals with the nature of beauty and taste, as well as the philosophy of art.
Aesthetics covers both natural and artificial sources of aesthetic experience
and judgment. It considers what happens in our minds when we engage with
aesthetic objects or environments such as in viewing visual art, listening to
music, reading poetry, experiencing a play, exploring nature, and so on. The
philosophy of art specifically studies how artists imagine, create, and perform
works of art, as well as how people use, enjoy, and criticize their art. It deals
with how one feels about art in general, why they like some works of art and
not others, and how art can affect our moods or even our beliefs.

3. EFNI TRSA FINE ARTS

Fine art involves creative expression, and it doesn't have to be beautiful. It

might convey an idea or an emotion or explore social commentary. The term
“fine art” refers to an art form practised mainly for its aesthetic value and its
beauty (“art for art’s sake”) rather than its functional value. Fine art is rooted in
drawing and design-based works such as painting, printmaking, and
sculpture. It is often contrasted with “applied art” and “crafts” which are both
traditionally seen as utilitarian activities. Other non-design-based activities
regarded as fine arts, include photography and architecture, although the
latter is best understood as an applied art.

4. UCSMI MUSIC

Music is an art form, and a cultural activity, whose medium is sound. Common
sayings such as “the harmony of the spheres” and “it is music to my ears”
point to the notion that music is often ordered and pleasant to listen to. Music
can raise someone’s mood, get them excited, or make them calm and
relaxed. Music also – and this is important – allows us to feel nearly or
possibly all emotions that we experience in our lives.

5. IGTPNINA PAINTING
 In art, the term painting describes both the act of painting, (using either a
brush or other implement, such as palette knife, sponge, or airbrush to apply
the paint); and the result of the action – the painting as an object. Over time, a
painter’s progress and skills deter negative emotions and provide pleasure
and happiness for the individual. Painting boosts self-esteem and inspires
people to reach new levels of skill. Painting also produces a relaxing, open
environment where artists feel safe to explore their own creativity.

Arts is one of the most meaningful words in our vocabulary. When we make or study our
own art, we often come to a fuller understanding of our personal thoughts, feelings, and
values.

Other Definition of Arts

 Arts is the language of the emotion
 According to Tolstoi (greatest Russian Novelist) - Art is a means of pleasure. Arts is a
means of communication.
 According to Benedetto Croce (Italian philosopher and profound thinker in the field
of aesthetics) – Arts is vision.
  According to St. Thomas- Arts is the direct opposite of the practical.
 According to Aristotle- Art has no other and except itself.
 According to Fr. Martin (Dominican Professor) – Art is the manifestation of ideal
beauty thru adequate physical forms. Arts is the idealization of the real as well as the
idealization of the ideal.

Classification of Arts

I. Fine Arts have their primary purpose the satisfaction of our sense or feeling for
beauty. Because of this fine arts are also called aesthetics, a word of Greek origin
having to do with feeling. The fine arts are:

a. Painting is made up of lines, forms, colors, and tones. Since painting appeals
to the eyes, it is also called visual art.
b. Music- is expressed in harmonious sounds. Of all the arts music plucks with
the surest fingers at the chords of the human heart. However, music is
considered the “algebra” of the arts because of its abstract quality.
c. Dancing through graceful movements causes aesthetic pleasure.
d. Literature uses words as its medium of expression.

II. Practical Arts gives artistic beauty to object whose primary function is human
comfort and convenience.
a. Architecture has among the fine arts the most utilitarian form. Also known as
“frozen music” because of the rhythmic aspects of its lines.
b. Sculpture is expressed in tangible lines, mass, proportion and moldings.
c. Industrial Art employs beauty to transform and improve materials, which are
manufactured for human use.
d. Applied Art is the aspect of art which has to do with beautiful in dressmaking,
decorative ornamentals, handicrafts, homemaking, landscaping, etc.
e. Civic Art deals with community objects and affairs of political, religious or
educational value.
f. Commercial Art is often made to be reproduces and is used as a means of
selling commodities or goods.
How Art is Valued
Why do people bother with art at all? Why do people collect it, preserve it, and study
it? It’s because we value art. When we value something, it means that we find it desirable,
worthwhile, and important.
A work of art may be valuable to us in several ways:
Aesthetic Value is the impact a work of art has on our senses, intellect, and emotions. We are
figuring out the aesthetic value of a work of art when we concentrate on the extent to which it
stimulates our vision, thoughts, and feelings.
Economic Value some work of art have sold for enormous sums of money
Historical Value similarly, work of art from other nations and time periods are valued for
their ability to reveal ideas, beliefs, customs, and technologies of people in history.
Social Value a work of art can represent important social ideals or focus attention on
important social issues. Artist can use their art to express concern for any social issue from
poverty. Political oppression, injustice and homelessness to personal relationships, work-
related stress and war.
Religious Value for centuries, cultures throughout the world have used art to express their
profound beliefs. From vast temples and cathedrals to delicate paintings and carvings,
religious art has helped people glorify and interpret the object of their faith. Religious art
tends to be symbolic.
Here are some of the essentials of arts to us:
1. Art develop self-realization. This self-realization takes the form of:
a. Confidence and creative self-expression and the ability to communicate one’s
ideas to others.
b. Awareness of an aesthetic interest for the development of good judgment and
discerning choice of the things that one uses.
c. Ability to evaluate art standards and apply them to materials, workmanship,
appearance and usefulness of the products.

2. Art Develops Civic Responsibilities

a. Is a socializing activity
b. It involves the ability to respect and value the artistic expression of others.
c. It connotes the ability to apply art arrangement in terms of better living, not only
insofar as one’s immediate community is concerned but likewise in regard to the
world community of which one is basically a part.

3. Art has Intrinsic Value

4. Art has therapeutic Value
Aesthetics is derived from Greek word which means feeling. The same Greek roots as it
occurs in the medical terms anesthetics is confined in its meaning to sensation. But aesthetics
in the study of art and beauty is concerned with both sensation and sentiment. Aesthetics has
been defined as the study of study by itself and in all its manifestations.

ACTIVITY 1.2
Using the diagram below in your own perception, explain the relevance of art to you,
to your would be profession and for the community

ARTS
 SELF PROFESSION COMMUNITY
Art is the self-expression Learning through and Making the arts part of
of someone of something about the arts enriches our lives can help us to
that shows the hidden or the experience of better appreciate
underlying emotions that studying while at school ourselves as a community
are found within the as well as preparing and enrich us culturally.
unconscious mind. students for life after
school. Art in public spaces gives
It is pleasing to us a city or neighborhood a
without our even noticing Arts subjects encourage unique identity and
most times that this is self-expression and shows its sense of pride,
what it accomplishes. It creativity and can build making it more of an
iis more satisfying than confidence as well as a attraction for investments
the feeling of working on sense of individual and economic endeavors.
a mathematical equation; identity. It has been shown that
it touches our souls and public art is not only
Studying arts subjects
reflects us inwardly and important to beautifying
also help to develop
completely. It is a precise an area and making it
critical thinking and the
construct and can’t be more inviting for its
ability to interpret the
held in equal comparison citizens, but it also adds
world around us.
with the visual arts. value to all the
surrounding assets.

Self-Check
Identify what is being described in each statement. Choose your answer from the words
inside the box. Write your answer on the blank.

Social value
1.Painting Is a work
Practical of art that can represent important
Arts
social ideals or focus attention on important social issues.
2.Social Value
Architecture Is alsoDancing Musicof the
known as “frozen music” because
rhythmic aspects of its lines.
Architecture Arts
 3. Arts It includes anything that pleases us or moves our
emotions, and as such involves all sense organs- the eyes, ears, nose, tongue and the
skin.
4. Practical Arts It gives artistic beauty to object whose primary
function is human comfort and convenience.
5. Dancing It is done through graceful movements that causes
aesthetic pleasure.
6. Music It is expressed in harmonious sounds.
7. Painting This is made up of lines, forms, colors, and tones. It is
appealing to the eyes and is also called visual art.

L E S

Relations of art and design

S O N

2
 Presentation of the Content

Arts to design aims to achieve a dramatic power as well as utility and give aesthetic
pleasure through the senses of sight and touch, and is the result of idea-ensembles, of
the organization of elements into unified plan, and of their adjustment to secure the
best use of each.

ACTIVITY 2.1
Using the cross-word puzzle find the words below by encircling it
A D B K E F A A B E X W R Y P
D D G R F L D L S P R E D E R
G E C O R A T I V E D E S G O
C R C O F O R N L I S E E R P
O U S O O D X E Z I T Y W Z O
L T T R R E Y Z G V S S V X R
O C E O M A W N Z V I I V Q T
R U F P A C T X X X M M X N I
O R S T S O Q I Y X P P Y W O
R T A I S R W P V V L L W Y N
M S A D E S I G N E R E A B C

DECORATIVE DESIGNER
DESIGN STRUCTURE
FORM PROPORTION
LINE COLOR

Design is the selecting and arranging of material with two aims--- order and beauty. It is just
the variation in the qualities of order and beauty- order that denotes organization or structure,
and beauty that shows character through the interpretation of an idea.
- It is also defined as any arrangement of lines, forms, color, and texture. It involves the
problem of choosing these forms and colors and arranging them. A good design
shows an orderly arrangement of the materials and in addition, creates beauty in the
finished products.
Design is the basis or foundation of art or craft. We say there is art in a design (a) when it is
fitted to the purpose for which it has been planned; (b) when it is suitable to the material of
which the article is made; (c) when it is fitted to the processes by which the article is
produced; (d) and when, on the whole, it excites the emotion and pleases one or more of the
five senses of man.
Structural Design is the design made by the size, form, color and texture of an object,
whether it is the object itself, in space, or a drawing of that object worked out on paper.
The bowls in figure 5 are examples of structural
Decorative design is the surface enrichment of a structural
designs design
in whichfor
thethe purpose
forms, colors,of
andadding
texturesa of the
richer quality to its constitute its decorative design. pottery are so beautiful that one does not feel the need
for decoration. The crackle, which is an inherent part
Structural design is far more important than decorative design
of the because
structural it gives
design, is essential tointerest
an added every to the
subject, while decorative is the “luxury” of design three bowls at the left. Figure 6 shows a poor structural
design. This vase is poor in spite of its good texture
and color because it is not suited to its purpose. Its
Structural and Decorative Design is as old as the workproportions are poorman,
of primitive and itbut
is every
so unbalanced
once inthat it
would be an unstable flower container. A comparison
a while it emerges with the light of a new meaning. There is no better principle to keep before
of these two illustrations emphasizes good structure as
us as a standard for design. Seasonal fashions bring us
thetoward and away
first requirement of from thatifideal,
any object it is tobut
giveitlasting
still remains a standard by which to measure true beauty.
satisfaction. Figures 7 and 8 center the attention
If an object is intended for use, the requirements of itsupon the factdesign
structural that a are
good de sign is suited to the
fourfold:
material of which it is made and to the processes
1. That, in addition to being beautiful, it be suited to its purpose
followed in making it. Obviously the lamp, made to
2. That it be simple imitate a candle, does not tell the truth. We know
3. That it be well proportioned that the candle and the “flame” are not real, in
4. That it be suited to the material of which it is spite
madeofandthetodripping
the processes which
paint which will bewax. A
imitates
followed in making it. close scrutiny would show that the metal was
shaped by spinning it on a lathe, and the occasional
Only when the designer has fulfilled all of these requirements
hammer marks mayon he
its ask if the
surface do form, the us
not convince
color, and the texture have given enough interest that
to the object,
it was shapedorwith
if there is a sense
a hammer. of is a
The handle
bareness which needs to be relieved. good size and shape for carrying the lamp, but the
cord shows that the lamp was not meant to be
carried. If every one of us could remember to stop
for a moment before making a purchase, and ask
ourselves these questions, “What is it for?” and
“How was it made?” there would be very little such
material in our attics for white elephant sales. By
way of contrast figure 7 illustrates the use of metal
honestly treated. It shows the intrinsic character of
the metal, and it does not pretend to be anything
other than it is—a metal lamp with a bent arm to
adjust the position of the light.
 REQUIREMENTS OF A GOOD DECORATIVE DESIGN
1. The decoration should be used in moderation.
2. The decoration should be placed at structural points, and it should strengthen the shape of the
object.
3. There should be enough background space to give an effect of simplicity and dignity to the design.
4. Surface patterns should cover the surface quietly.
5. Background shapes should be as carefully studied and as beautiful as the patterns placed against
them.
 ACTIVITY 2.2
Expand your ideas and skills as to how will you apply the requirements of good decorative
design in the picture shown. Write your answer on the box provided.
Create a short video presentation applying the requirements of good decoration.

We spend a lot of time in our living room, so it is not only needs to look great, but it also
needs to be functional and comfortable. So as for me the requirement to have a good
decoration to make it comfortablen is first, I will organize the things that are present in the
picture above as to what group they belong (for instance iif there's a throw pillow then it
should be in the couch not just anywhare since it's in the sala) then I'll also start from smaller
to bigger things to avoid confusions of the things there. Color coding is important for me so I
would choose to just pick a colors that are more good feeling, like I will organize the things
base also on their colors (lights color is separated in colorful things) to avoid eye irritation,
and for eye catching. Then the walls, I will hang also some of the things that already their or
some furnitures but in moderation only. The lamp should be in the side of the couch or near
in the table so that I can use it if I have a work and I want it to be done at our living room.
And as for the cabinet their I will change it to a mirror, usually that is the most common
placement of mirror (which is near at the living room). I will put also the vase same in the
picture above, I will place it where it will easily for eye to catch. Vase can boost the
decoration for your living room, so that's a good idea for me. Overall making it simple as
possible will do as long as you are comfortable with it

Self-Check
Write T if the statement is true and F if t is incorrect.
 F 1. There should be limited background space to give an effect of simplicity
and dignity to the design.
T 2. Structural design is far more important than decorative design because it is
essential to every subject, while decorative is the “luxury” of design.
F 3. Surface patterns should uncover the surface quietly.
T 4. The decoration should be placed at structural points, and it should
strengthen the shape of the object.
F 5. Background shapes should not be carefully studied and as beautiful as the
patterns placed against them.
T 6. The decoration should be used in moderation.
T 7. One requirement of structural design is that it should be proportioned.
F 8. Decorative design is the design made by the size, form, color and texture
of an object, whether it is the object itself, in space, or a drawing of that object worked out on
paper.
T 9. Design is the basis or foundation of art or craft.
T 10. Structural design should be simple.

FEEDBACK
Well done! Congratulations for finishing the 1 st chapter of your module. Try to
examine your strengths and weaknesses. Try to improve in the weaker areas by reading more.
Your time management, self-reliance and independent learning will help you much.
 If you are able to answer all the learning tasks without any mistake, congrats you may
now proceed to the next module. If you get a score less than 75 percent of the total number of
items, I suggest reading again the lesson and try to answer the said activities. If you get more
than 76 percent of the total number of score try to review and focus to those items that you
fail to get the correct answer. Don’t worry, all is well, sooner or later you will be able to get
all the correct answer.
Congratulations! You did a great job! Rest and relax a while then move on to the next
Module and always be yourself. When you find things hard. Just keep on trusting yourself
and have faith to God.
God bless!

SUMMARY

 Arts is one of the most meaningful words in our vocabulary. When we make or study
our own art, we often come to a fuller understanding of our personal thoughts,
feelings, and values
 Fine Arts have their primary purpose the satisfaction of our sense or feeling for
beauty. The fine arts are: Painting, Music, Dancing, and Literature.
 Practical Arts gives artistic beauty to object whose primary function is human
comfort and convenience. The practical art are: Architecture, Sculpture, Industrial
Art, Applied Art, Civic Art, and Commercial Art
 A work of art may be valuable to us in several ways: Aesthetic Value, Economic
Value, Historical Value, Social Value and Religious Value
 Design is the basis or foundation of art or craft
 Structural Design is the design made by the size, form, color and texture of an
object, whether it is the object itself, in space, or a drawing of that object worked out
on paper
 Decorative design is the surface enrichment of a structural design for the purpose of
adding a richer quality to its constitute its decorative design.

REFERENCES
Anna Hong Rutt (1973). Home Furnishing, Wiley Eastern private limited, New Delhi.
 Harriet Goldstein and Veita Goldstein (1954). Art in Everyday Life, Fourth edition,
Macmillan Publishing Co., INC.

SUGGESTED READINGS
Harriet Goldstein and Veita Goldstein (1954). Art in Everyday Life, Fourth edition,
Macmillan Publishing Co., INC. pp. 56-62.