Art History and Creative Expression

What is one definition of art provided by Marc Chagall?

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a purpose of painting?

What type of medium do prehistoric painters primarily use?

Which piece of art is stated as the oldest known rock art in the Philippines?

What do modern graffiti and mural paintings remind us of?

According to Edvard Munch, what is the primary source of art?

Which of the following is true about prehistoric rock art?

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of art as described?

What did our ancestors aim to communicate through their cave paintings?

What does André Malraux describe art as?

Learning Targets

Define art and understand its creative expression.
Trace the brief history of art from prehistoric times to the present.
Identify various purposes, mediums, and styles in painting.

Definition of Art

Art is the skillful expression of creativity and imagination, often visual in nature.
Different interpretations exist among artists and philosophers; perspectives include:
- Marc Chagall: Art as an endless competition with the beauty of flowers.
- Georgia O’Keeffe: Art as a way to fill space beautifully.
- Edvard Munch: Art arises from human experiences of grief and joy.
- André Malraux: Art as a revolt against extinction.

History of Painting

Painting is a fundamental form of human expression, with a rich history dating back to prehistoric times.
Prehistoric rock paintings serve as evidence of early human existence and communication, exemplified by hand prints left in rock shelters.
The Angono Petroglyphs in Rizal Province, Philippines, are the oldest known rock art, dating back 3,000 years.

Petroglyphs and Modern Expression

Petroglyphs are rock art created by carving images into stone surfaces.
Modern-day graffiti and mural paintings can be viewed as a connection to historical artistic practices.
Prehistoric pigments were derived from natural minerals such as hematite, iron, and limonite.

Artistic Tools and Techniques

The concept of stencils was prevalent, allowing artists to create shapes by printing designs.
Stencils served as a design tool; prehistoric artists displayed creativity using rudimentary methods to produce art.

Explore the definition of art and its diverse interpretations through history. Learn about the evolution of painting from prehistoric times to modern practices, and discover various styles and purposes of artistic expression. This quiz aims to deepen your understanding of art's role in human experience.