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What defines contemporary art?
What defines contemporary art?
According to Aristotle, what is a primary instinct linked to art?
According to Aristotle, what is a primary instinct linked to art?
What is one of the primary spiritual values of art?
What is one of the primary spiritual values of art?
Which of the following elements is NOT considered an important component of artwork?
Which of the following elements is NOT considered an important component of artwork?
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What is the primary focus of sculpture as an art form?
What is the primary focus of sculpture as an art form?
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Which of the following individuals is recognized as the first national artist for literature?
Which of the following individuals is recognized as the first national artist for literature?
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Which agency is responsible for the nomination and selection of national artists in the Philippines?
Which agency is responsible for the nomination and selection of national artists in the Philippines?
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Which art form specifically appeals to the sense of hearing?
Which art form specifically appeals to the sense of hearing?
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What aspect does 'Universality' in art refer to?
What aspect does 'Universality' in art refer to?
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What does the minimum cash award for living national artists amount to?
What does the minimum cash award for living national artists amount to?
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Which artist is known for the famous work titled 'Palay Maiden'?
Which artist is known for the famous work titled 'Palay Maiden'?
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What is meant by the 'Aesthetic Value' of an artwork?
What is meant by the 'Aesthetic Value' of an artwork?
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What does the concept of 'Permanence' refer to in the context of art?
What does the concept of 'Permanence' refer to in the context of art?
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Who is referred to as the 'mother of Philippine theater dance'?
Who is referred to as the 'mother of Philippine theater dance'?
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Which literary figure is known for inventing comma poems?
Which literary figure is known for inventing comma poems?
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Which national artist conducted research on Philippine folk dances and games?
Which national artist conducted research on Philippine folk dances and games?
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Who among the following is recognized for pioneering landscape architecture in the Philippines?
Who among the following is recognized for pioneering landscape architecture in the Philippines?
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Which National Artist for Visual Arts is known as the 'Dean of Filipino Illustrators'?
Which National Artist for Visual Arts is known as the 'Dean of Filipino Illustrators'?
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What notable work is Guillermo Tolentino known for that symbolizes freedom in the university campus?
What notable work is Guillermo Tolentino known for that symbolizes freedom in the university campus?
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Which filmmaker directed 66 films focused on marginalized sectors of society?
Which filmmaker directed 66 films focused on marginalized sectors of society?
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Amado Hernandez is best known for his activism against what social issue in the Philippines?
Amado Hernandez is best known for his activism against what social issue in the Philippines?
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What significant contribution did Napoleon V. Abueva make to the field of visual arts?
What significant contribution did Napoleon V. Abueva make to the field of visual arts?
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Which National Artist is known for simple yet functional architecture, including the FEU administration and science building?
Which National Artist is known for simple yet functional architecture, including the FEU administration and science building?
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What title is often attributed to Nora Aunor in Philippine cinema?
What title is often attributed to Nora Aunor in Philippine cinema?
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Study Notes
Contemporary Arts
- Contemporary arts encompass artworks by living artists that reflect current times, utilizing various materials and methods.
- It challenges traditional boundaries and cannot be easily defined.
Key Concepts in Art
- Aristotle's View: Art is intertwined with human instincts, emphasizing imitation as a fundamental aspect of artistic expression.
- Painting: Involves imitating a subject using chosen colors and blending techniques on canvas.
- Sculpture: Three-dimensional artworks created from materials like stone, wood, or concrete.
- Architecture: Design of structures intended for shelter.
- Music: Art form that engages the sense of hearing.
- Literature: Language-based art that conveys meaning through words.
- Theater: Performance art that tells a story through acting.
- Cinema: Technological adaptation of theatre, using special effects to enhance narratives.
- Dance: Artistic expression utilizing the human body as a primary instrument.
Elements of Art
- Form: The overall shape and structure.
- Line: The path created by a moving point.
- Color: The visual representation derived from the spectrum of light.
- Texture: The perceived surface quality.
- Space: The area around and within objects.
- Shape: Two-dimensional contours that define objects.
Artistic Value
- Aesthetic Value: Quality that appeals to our sense of beauty, defining an object as art.
- Intellectual Value: Stimulates thought, revealing fundamental truths about humanity and the world.
- Suggestiveness: Emotional power that evokes deep feelings and imagination.
- Universality: Timeless and relevant art that resonates universally across cultures and eras.
- Permanence: Art that endures over time, offering continual enjoyment and new interpretations.
- Spiritual Value: Elevates the spirit by promoting moral values and inspiration.
National Artists
- Recognition: Award for Filipinos who significantly contributed to the advancement of arts, established by Presidential Proclamation No. 1001 in 1972.
- Monetary Award: Living awardees receive 200,000 pesos; posthumous awardees receive 150,000 pesos.
- Medallion: National Artist awardees receive a 3K medallion.
National Artists in Various Fields
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Dance:
- Alice Reyes: Founder of Ballet Philippines.
- Francisca Reyes Aquino: Researched Philippine folk dances.
- Ramon Obusan: Established the Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group.
- Leonor Goquingco: Recognized as the mother of Philippine theater dance.
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Literature:
- Edith Tiempo: First female national artist for literature.
- Jose Garcia Villa: Invented "comma poems".
- Francisco Sionil Jose: Explored class struggles and colonialism.
- Carlos Romulo: Founder of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.
- Nick Joaquin: Renowned writer of the people.
- Amado Hernandez: Advocated against social injustices.
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Architecture:
- Leonardo Locsin: Credit for the CCP Complex designs.
- Pablo Antonio: Known for functional building designs, including FEU.
- Idelfonso Santos: Pioneer of landscape architecture.
- Juan Nakpil: Innovator in Philippine architecture.
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Film:
- Lino Brocka: Directed films highlighting marginalized sectors.
- Ishmael Bernal: A pillar of Philippine cinema.
- Fernando Poe: Celebrated actor in Filipino film.
- Nora Aunor: Labeled as "Philippine cinema's Superstar".
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Visual Arts:
- Napoleon V. Abueva: Youngest national artist, known for "buoyant sculpture".
- Cesar Legaspi: Known for neo-realist artwork.
- Carlos Botong Francisco: Revived and excelled in mural art.
- Guillermo Tolentino: Known for the UP Oblation and Bonifacio Monument.
- Francisco Coching: Acknowledged as the "Dean of Filipino Illustrators".
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This quiz explores the dynamic world of contemporary art created by living artists in the twenty-first century. Discover how these artworks challenge traditional boundaries and incorporate various materials, methods, and concepts while reflecting modern human instincts as discussed by Aristotle.
