Contemporary Art Quiz
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Contemporary Art Quiz

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What distinguishes contemporary art from other art forms?

  • It is solely focused on traditional techniques.
  • It must utilize digital technology.
  • It is created exclusively by renowned artists.
  • It is made and produced by artists living today. (correct)
  • Which characteristic best describes the global environment in which contemporary artists work?

  • Monocultural and static.
  • Limited to specific artistic movements.
  • Culturally diverse and multifaceted. (correct)
  • Predominantly focused on local traditions.
  • In addition to cultural diversity, what is another key aspect of the environment that influences contemporary art?

  • Limited access to international markets.
  • Technological advancement. (correct)
  • Exclusive reliance on classical methods.
  • Historical significance.
  • Which of the following statements about contemporary artists is accurate?

    <p>They engage with a variety of contemporary issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of contemporary art reflects the nature of artists working today?

    <p>It responds to a multifaceted global context.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Tongatong instrument?

    <p>To communicate with spirits during house blessings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is described as a flat gong played in the Cordillera region?

    <p>Gangsa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes the Solibao distinct among musical instruments?

    <p>It has a drum head topped with pig or lizard skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Saggeypoit instrument played?

    <p>By blowing directly across its top</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following instruments comprises a set of slender bamboo tied together?

    <p>Diwdiw-asis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What traditional influence does the Rondalla have in its performance?

    <p>Iberian tradition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT classified as a major art form in Philippine Contemporary Art?

    <p>Fashion Design</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category encompasses painting and sculpture within Philippine Contemporary Arts?

    <p>Visual Arts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two components of the Philippine Contemporary Arts other than Performing Arts?

    <p>Literary Arts and Visual Arts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following combinations correctly identifies all major art forms of Philippine Contemporary Art?

    <p>Dance, Literature, Painting, Sculpture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which art form is primarily focused on narrative and storytelling in the Philippine Contemporary Arts?

    <p>Theater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of painting as described?

    <p>To convey ideas and emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT mentioned as part of the visual language of painting?

    <p>Sounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the artist of 'The Sketch'?

    <p>Victorio Edades</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which painting is associated with the city of Cebu?

    <p>Magellan's Cross</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title of the painting created by Rameer Tawasil?

    <p>Salaam (Peace)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines integrated visual work?

    <p>It combines several mediums to create unique artwork.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT typically considered a visual art?

    <p>Poetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristics are common to visual arts?

    <p>They can encompass both images and tactile work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about visual arts?

    <p>They can include mixed media forms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of visual arts?

    <p>To convey artistic ideas through visual means.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common alternative term for film?

    <p>Movie</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which film is directed by Loy Arcenas?

    <p>Ang Larawan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which location was 'Heneral Luna' filmed?

    <p>Siargao, Surigao del Norte</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of art form does film primarily represent?

    <p>Visual art</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which film is associated with the director Brillante Mendoza?

    <p>Thy Womb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of sculpture?

    <p>It involves working with hard or plastic materials to create three-dimensional objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what time period did Filipino sculptures begin to gain recognition?

    <p>The middle of the 19th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the artist behind the sculpture known as 'Sandugo (Blood Compact)'?

    <p>Napoleon Abueva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sculptures was made by artist Kublai Millan?

    <p>Six Ladies in Durian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material types are commonly used in the creation of sculptures?

    <p>Hard or plastic materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the primary characteristics of Philippine architecture?

    <p>Simple, rational, and functional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the architect responsible for designing the Pearl Farm Beach Resort?

    <p>Francisco Manosa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What architectural style is reflected in the design of Burnham Park Reservation?

    <p>Functional and planned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following locations features the work of Francisco Manosa?

    <p>Pearl Farm Beach Resort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In architectural terms, how is architecture defined?

    <p>The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central conflict of the story 'Ang Larawan'?

    <p>Two sisters decide to sell a painting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which actors are featured in the film 'Ang Larawan'?

    <p>Joanna Ampil, Rachel Alejandro, and Paulo Avelino</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the film 'Ang Larawan' released?

    <p>December 25, 2017</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the two protagonists in 'Ang Larawan'?

    <p>Sisters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotional theme does 'Ang Larawan' primarily explore?

    <p>The pain of loss and sacrifice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of Philippine architecture as noted in the content?

    <p>Simple, rational, and functional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the architect of the Cultural Center of the Philippines?

    <p>Leandro Locsin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Cultural Center of the Philippines located?

    <p>Roxas Boulevard, Manila</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following buildings was also designed by Leandro Locsin?

    <p>Saint Andrew the Apostle Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is architecture defined in the content provided?

    <p>The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definition of Contemporary Arts

    • Contemporary art involves artworks created by artists currently living, reflecting on global cultural diversity and technological advancements.

    Classification of Philippine Contemporary Arts

    • Seven major art forms include: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture, Film, Literature, Music, Theater, and Dance.
    • Philippine contemporary arts can be divided into three broad categories: Visual Arts, Literary Arts, and Performing Arts.

    Music Instruments of Filipinos

    • Gangsa: A flat gong played in groups, commonly used in the Cordillera region.
    • Solibao: A hollow drum made from wood, covered with pig or lizard skin, played using the palm.
    • Tongatong: A bamboo percussion instrument, used for spiritual communication during house blessings, producing a trance-inducing drone.
    • Diwdiw-asis: A set of bamboo tubes of varying sizes tied together to create sound.
    • Saggeypoit: A bamboo pipe closed at one end, played by blowing across the open end, used solo or in groups.
    • Bungkaka: A bamboo buzzer that produces sound when shaken.
    • Kulintang: A set of gongs, played primarily in the southern Philippines with accompanying instruments.
    • Rondalla: An ensemble featuring mandolin-like instruments called banduria, rooted in Iberian musical traditions.

    Visual Arts

    • Encompasses expressions through images and structures, integrating multiple mediums to create unique artwork.
    • Includes forms like painting, sculpture, architecture, and film.

    Painting

    • A medium that conveys ideas and emotions through a two-dimensional visual language using shapes, lines, colors, tones, and textures.
    • Notable paintings include:
      • "The Sketch" by Victorio Edades (Dagupan, Pangasinan)
      • "Magellan's Cross" by Raul Agas (Cebu)
      • "Salaam (Peace)" by Rameer Tawasil (Zamboanga City)

    Sculpture

    • An art form involving the creation of three-dimensional objects using hard or plastic materials.
    • Historical significance since the late 19th century.
    • Famous sculptures:
      • "The Bonifacio Monument" by Guillermo Tolentino
      • "Six Ladies in Durian" by Kublai Millan
      • "Sandugo (Blood Compact)" by Napoleon Abueva
      • "Lapu-Lapu Shrine" by Rex Sicat Jr.

    Architecture

    • The creative practice of designing and constructing buildings, characterized in the Philippines by simplicity, rationality, and functionality.
    • Notable architectural works:
      • Cultural Center of the Philippines designed by Leandro Locsin, located in Manila.
      • Saint Andrew the Apostle Church also by Leandro Locsin, situated in Makati City.
      • Pearl Farm Beach Resort by Francisco Manosa, found in Samal, Davao del Norte.
      • Burnham Park Reservation designed by Daniel Hudson Burnham, located in Baguio City.

    Film

    • A visual art form that portrays experiences through moving images to convey ideas and stories.
    • Also known as movies or motion pictures; the resultant art from film production is termed cinema.
    • Notable films include:
      • "Ang Larawan" directed by Loy Arcenas, featuring Joanna Ampil and Rachel Alejandro, released December 25, 2017, tells the story of two sisters contemplating selling their father's last painting.
      • "Heneral Luna" directed by Jerrold Tarog, filmed in Siargao, Surigao del Norte.
      • "El Presidente" directed by Mark Meily, located in Cavite.
      • "Thy Womb" directed by Brillante Mendoza, set in Tawi-Tawi.

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