CPAR REVIEWER

Art

Any skill or mastery manifested in the outstanding product of an endeavor, which is an expression of a human’s ideas and emotions

Aristotle

“A human pursuit to imitate life and the world into something pleasing or beautiful (aesthetics)”

Art

Any skill or mastery manifested in the outstanding product of an endeavor, which is an expression of a human

’s ideas and emotions

Aristotle

“A human pursuit to imitate life and the world into something pleasing or beautiful (aesthetics)”

Line

A mark that shows direction, movement, or outline

Shape

A flat, enclosed area made by lines or edges

Color

The element that shows hue, brightness, and intensity

Space

The area around, between, or within objects

Texture

How a surface looks or feels (smooth, rough, etc.)

Value

The lightness or darkness of a color

Form

A 3D object with height, weight, and depth

Rhythm

The repetition of elements to create a sense of flow or beat

Movement

Guides the viewer

’s eye through the artwork

Balance

The visual weight is evenly distributed in the artwork

Proportion

The size relationship between parts of an artwork

Contrast

The difference between elements to create interest

Variety

Using different elements to add diversity and excitement

Emphasis

Making one part stand out as the focal point

Harmony

Combining elements to create a unified and pleasing look

Contemporary Art

The arts that are created today or in the same period that we have now. (20th - 21st century)

It responds to a global environment that is culturally diverse, technologically advanced, and multifaceted.

Appropriation

It is the art that combines the past with the present. By appropriation, the contemporary artist revives interest in the existing forms of art.

Space

Art form is performed and positioned in specific spots, especially in public spaces.

Performance

The performance of contemporary artists has evolved to emphasize spontaneous and unpredictable elements of chance.

Hybridity

it is the mixing of unlikely materials to produce artwork.

Technology

It is a reality in the present-day world, and contemporary artists have used technology in the creation and dissemination of works of art.

For pleasure

Art created to entertain, inspire, or give enjoyment

As profession

Art made as a career, providing income and livelihood

As commentary

Art used to express opinions or reflect on social issues

In spirituality

Art that connects to faith, rituals, or personal beliefs

As remembrance

Art made to preserve memories, events, or people

Context

It refers to the factors that surround a work of art

Primary Context

(Internal) - It talks about the artist, his/her education, styles, interests, attitude, etc.

Secondary Context

(External) -  It talks about the environment and the time of the artist, political, societal, economic, cultural, etc.

Regional Context

The study of art must begin in one’s locality in the regional sense

National Commission for the Culture and the Arts (NCCA)

• Leads the promotion and preservation of Filipino arts and culture

• Supports artists and cultural programs

• Determines national artists along with the CCP

Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)

• Center of performing arts (theater, dance, music) in the country

• Hosts national performing groups and mini plays

National Museum of the Philippines

Preserves and exhibits artworks, artifacts, and cultural heritage

National Historical Commission of the Philippines

• Preserve historical documents and literature

• Designates and protects heritage sites