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Contemporary Arts

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What is Art? This is the art of the human form.

The
Art defined as human pursuit to imitate body is used, mobilized and choreographed
life and the world into something pleasing or in a specific time, form and space.
beautiful.
PHILIPPINE ART AS FILIPINO
PICTURE (Drawing, Painting, and
Photography) Leo Benesa's Concept of Filipino Art
This is a two-dimensional image of  Filipino art captures everyday life and
various subjects ranging from real-images to surroundings without idealization.
the visually abstract. It may be created using  Authentic art reflects the Filipino way
different media such as chalk, charcoal of living (e.g., markets, fiestas, daily
graphite, ink, oil paint and watercolor. chores).
 True representation requires avoiding
SCULPTURE perfection, focusing on realism.
This is a three-dimensional artwork
that may be created using stone, marble, Authenticity in Filipino Art
wood, and concrete.  Both subject and medium must portray
reality faithfully.
ARCHITECTURE  Common themes include farmers,
These are structures that meant to be fishermen, and rural life.
used as shelter. The art of architecture relies  Art should express Filipino identity
on the design and purpose of the structure. through genuine depictions of life.

MUSIC Fernando Amorsolo’s Contributions


This is the art form that appeals to the  Described as the most expressive of
sense of hearing. Music is composed by Filipino ethos and rural life.
combining notes into harmony.  Paintings highlight agricultural settings
and hardworking Filipinos.
LITERATURE  Features optimism through smiling
This is the art form of language subjects and lush, natural landscapes.
through the combined use of words, creating
meaning and experience. Filipino art is deeply tied to realism and
cultural identity.
THEATER
This is the art form of performance. Amorsolo’s works exemplify this by
Dramatic texts are portrayed on stage by combining everyday Filipino scenes with
actors and actresses and are enhance the authenticity and warmth.
storytelling.
Benesa’s insights emphasize the
CINEMA importance of portraying life as it truly is
This art form is a technological to represent the Filipino soul.
translation of theater. In films, special effects
are utilized to enhance the storytelling.
ART NOVEAUX: ART IN CONTEMPORARY
TIMES

DANCE What is Contemporary Art?


It refers to art that has been created in a few materials are of conventional use.
the present time or in the relatively recent Contemporary visual artists, on the other
past, typically from the late 20th century to hand, may opt to use coffee for painting or
the present. It encompasses a wide variety of carve miniature sculptures using crayons.
styles, techniques, and mediums, reflecting Hybridity in contemporary art is the mixing of
the diversity and complexity of current unlikely materials to produce an artwork.
cultural, social, political, and technological Look at the following samples.
conditions.
TECHONOLOGY
Elements and principles of Contemporary
Art Technology is a reality in the present-
day world, and contemporary artists have
APPROPRIATION used technology in the creation and
The use of these prints, images, and dissemination of works of art. When MTV first
icons to produce another art form is a feature went into the airwaves in 1981, video became
of contemporary art that combines the past part of the human interaction. The video
with the present. By appropriation, the phenomenon was further pushed by the
contemporary artist revives interest to debut of YouTube that allowed everyone with
existing form of art. Internet connection to post and share videos.
Contemporary artists have used video and
PERFORMANCE the Internet as a way of propagating art.
Performance of contemporary artists
has evolved to "emphasize spontaneous,
unpredictable elements of chance," according
to the Walker Art Center. Performance artists
have tried to interpret various human
activities, from ordinary activities such as
chores, routines, and rituals, to socially
relevant themes such as poverty,
commercialism, and war.

SPACE
How art transforms a space is now an
occupation of contemporary artists. Have you
encountered a flash mob or sculpture
installations in malls and parks? These are
examples of site-specific art forms wherein
the art form is performed and positioned in
specific spots, especially in public places.
Here are some examples of site-specific art
forms.

HYBRIDITY
Contemporary artists are now as
innovative as ever. In traditional painting, only

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