Recreation and 20th Century Art Movements - Quick Reference
Modern and Contemporary Art Forms: Overview
The Modern Era introduced new art movements and forms in the 20th century.
Technological breakthroughs shifted society: Electronic Age to Cyberspace Age.
World events shaped art: wars, Depression, economic crises, environmental concerns.
Artists expressed bold ideas and experimented with form.
20th Century Art Movements (Overview)
Movements: Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Expressionism, Abstractionism, Abstract Expressionism, Contemporary Art Forms
Impressionism
Emerged in the late 19th century; Paris-based.
Named after Monet's Impression, Sunrise.
Emphasizes the viewer's momentary impression; not precise or fully clear.
Painted outdoors to capture changing light; open/compositional freedom.
Distinct techniques: color and light with short, broken strokes; pure unmixed colors side by side.
Subjects: everyday life, landscapes, open air scenes.
Key figures: Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, Auguste Renoir.
Claude Monet (1840-1926)
Founding figure of the movement; landscapes and water lilies at Giverny.
Edouard Manet (1832-1883)
Early adopter of modern-life subjects; bridge from realism to impressionism.
Auguste Renoir (1841-1919)
Central figure; later portraits with sparkling color and light.
Post-Impressionism
Build on Impressionism with geometric approaches, fragmentation, distorted forms, and non-realistic colors.
Pioneers: Paul Cézanne (1839-1906), Vincent van Gogh (1853-1890).
Expressionism
Bold, emotional movement; distorted outlines; strong color; imaginative/inner feelings.
Sub-movements:
Fauvism
Dadaism
Surrealism
Social Realism
Neoprimitivism
Fauvism
Bold, vibrant colors; wild beasts (Les Fauves).
Dadaism
Reaction to WWI; anti-tradition; non-styles; randomness and visual tricks.
Surrealism
Illogical dream worlds; subconscious; altered states.
Social Realism
Art for social reform; protest injustices and inequalities.
Neoprimitivism
Incorporates elements from indigenous and African art; Modigliani influence.
Notable Expressionist Works/Artists
Picasso, Dali, Chagall, de Chirico, Modigliani (examples shown in slides)
Abstractionism
Exaggeration, simplification, or distortion; non-referential forms.
Sub-movements:
Cubism
Futurism
Mechanical Style
Non-objectivism (Concrete Art)
Cubism
Planes and angles; multiple viewpoints; geometric composition.
Futurism
Early 1900s Italy; art for a fast-paced, machine-age world.
Mechanical Style
Precise arrangement of basic forms (planes, cones, spheres, cylinders).
Non-objectivism (Concrete Art)
Non-representational; balance, unity, stability.
Abstract Expressionism
Sub-movements:
Action Painting
Color Field Painting
Action Painting
Techniques: dripping, splattering, and spontaneous gestures.
Example: Autumn Rhythm by Jackson Pollock.
Color Field Painting
Large fields of color to evoke emotion; artists like Barnett Newman, Mark Rothko.
Contemporary Art Forms
Installation Art: uses space and materials; can be life-sized; interacts with viewer.
Performance Art: artist actions; time-based; may include theater, dance, mime, etc.
Application and Activities
Activity: Group into seven groups, each assigned to an art movement; classify two artworks per movement.
Regional Activity: Plan activities implementing Differentiated Instruction, Localization, and Contextualization; present outputs.
Key Reference Movements and Artists (Summary)
Impressionism: Monet, Manet, Renoir; late 19th century; outdoor light; everyday scenes.
Post-Impressionism: Cézanne, van Gogh; geometric shapes; non-natural color.
Expressionism: Fauvism, Dadaism, Surrealism, Social Realism, Neoprimitivism; emotional and imaginative.
Abstractionism: Cubism, Futurism, Mechanical Style, Non-objectivism; emphasis on form and color over subject.
Abstract Expressionism: Pollock, Newman, Rothko; emphasis on process and large-scale emotion.
Contemporary Forms: Installation and Performance Art; experiential and time-based.
Closing
Use these notes for quick recall of movements, artists, and major ideas.
Leisure Time and Recreation
Leisure Time: time not spent working; engage in activities you enjoy.
Motivation: for enjoyment/eustress; normal stress experienced as beneficial.
Common Factor and Definition
Recreation: outdoor activities or anything stimulating and rejuvenating.
Origin: from Latin _recreare meaning to be refreshed.
Purpose: expand the mind and body in a positive, healthy way.
Types of Recreational Activities
Physical
Social
Cultural
Intellectual
Physical Activities
Minor sports
Group games
Camping
Outing
Social Activities
Social dancing
Parties
Parlor games
Cultural Activities
Arts and crafts
Glee club or music ministries
Dramatic guilds or theatre arts
Dance troupes
Writing and painting
Intellectual Activities
Song
Poetry
Jingle
Short story writing
Puzzle
Board games
Benefits of Recreational Activities
Physical Health Benefit
Psycho-Emotional Benefit
Social Benefit
Economic Benefit
Spiritual Benefit
Outdoor Participation Guidelines
Plan ahead and prepare
Travel and camp on durable surfaces
Dispose of waste properly
Leave what you find
Minimize campfire impacts
Respect wildlife
Be considerate of other visitors
Personal Planning Exercise
Choose 1 recreational activity you like to try.
Answer:
What?
Why?
Where?
Who do you like to be with?
What benefit can I get from it?
Do You Need to be Athletic?
NO, but you need to be physically fit to carry out the activity.
Recreation Quote
Recreation's purpose is not to kill time, but to make life refreshing; not to escape life, but to discover life.
Land, Water, and Air Activities
LAND: hiking, cycling, camping
WATER: swimming, kayaking, sailing
AIR: skydiving, paragliding, hot air ballooning