Contemporary Arts - Medium and Techniques
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What is defined as the material or substance out of which a work is made?

  • Medium (correct)
  • Style
  • Technique
  • Subject
  • Which artist uses wood, bamboo, bricks, and concrete as their primary materials?

  • Sculptor
  • Painter
  • Filmmaker
  • Architect (correct)
  • Which of the following best describes the concept of large-scale art?

  • Art that uses mediums independent of size.
  • Art meant to be viewed indoors only.
  • Art created for public display to express diverse perspectives. (correct)
  • Art that is insignificant in size.
  • Which medium is primarily utilized by a Painter?

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

    In the context of contemporary arts, what does the term 'technique' refer to?

    <p>The method and manipulation of materials to achieve effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of minimalism in art?

    <p>To retain only the essential elements of art.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following art forms integrates visual, musical, and dance elements on stage?

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

    What distinct role does a Printmaker primarily fulfill?

    <p>To reproduce art through a printing process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the use of materials in contemporary art?

    <p>Artists combine indigenous materials with textiles and recycle found objects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'appropriateness' refer to in the context of critiquing art?

    <p>The manner in which the artist applies their techniques.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a criterion for critiquing art mentioned in the material?

    <p>Celebrity status of the artist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of large-scale art, which element is primarily emphasized?

    <p>The capability to create impactful installations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates performance art from other art forms mentioned?

    <p>It incorporates props and body art as integral components.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes 'mastery' in the context of artistic practice?

    <p>Mastery indicates the artist's skill and knowledge in their craft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which local material is used in the technique of 'Taka'?

    <p>Paper Mache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one characteristic of seagrass, as mentioned in the context of materials?

    <p>High durability and moisture resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Contemporary Arts - Medium

    • Medium refers to the material a work of art is made from
    • Artists use these materials to express and communicate ideas and feelings.
    • Sculptor - uses materials like metal, wood, stone, clay, and glass
    • Architect - uses wood, bamboo, bricks, stone, concrete
    • Painter - uses pigments on a flat surface (wood, canvas, paper, stone)
    • Printmaker - uses ink to create prints on materials like wood, metal, or silk screen
    • Musician - uses sound and instruments
    • Dancer - uses the body and its movements (often with music)
    • Theater artist - combines visuals, music, dance, and script to create a complete work.
    • Photographer/filmmaker - uses cameras to record and document
    • Writer - uses words in novels, poetry, or nonfiction

    Contemporary Arts - Found Objects

    • Found objects are ordinary items that are transformed into unique artwork
    • Artists use these items to create a unique artwork.

    Contemporary Arts - Large-scale Art

    • Large-scale art is extremely large pieces of artwork.
    • Can be used to express diverse and unique perspectives in artwork to portray various forms of artwork.

    Contemporary Arts - Traditional Techniques

    • Traditional art techniques, like those of the Puni (Bulacan) or Singkaban are used in creative ways in contemporary art.
    • Some traditional techniques like straw folding, origami, bamboo art, etc. can be used in contemporary art.
    • These can be adapted to express diverse perspectives in a piece of artwork.

    Contemporary Arts - Technique

    • Artists use and manipulate materials to create a specific desired effect
    • The unique nature of the materials used influences the technique.
    • A style of art is a distinctive characteristic of an artist's work.
    • Technique is influenced by an artist's personal style and desired communication message.

    Contemporary Arts - Common Techniques

    • Minimalism seeks to remove unnecessary elements and leave only the essential aspects of the art

    Contemporary Arts - Local Materials

    • Materials used in contemporary art can include recycled materials, local materials, or a mixture of both.
    • Artists use various local indigenous materials creatively to achieve a unique artwork
    • These materials can be recycled and transformed into creative art forms.
    • Examples: Bamboo, abaca, buntal, pandan, buri, rattan, coir, etc.

    Contemporary Arts - Critiquing

    • Availability: Easily obtainable
    • Accessibility: Easily acquired
    • Affordability: Within the artist's financial capacity
    • Appropriateness: The manner in which the artist applies the technique
    • Mastery: Artist is skilled and knowledgeable
    • Practicality: Art that is functional and sensible

    Contemporary Arts - Questions

    • Examples of art techniques
    • Examples of materials used as art
    • Examples of recycled items as art

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