Contemporary Arts Prelims Reviewer

Study Notes

Art is a creative human activity encompassing various forms like painting, literature, music, and dance.
It expresses human creativity and imagination, appreciated for beauty or emotional impact.
Aristotle emphasizes that art should represent deeper significance beyond outward appearances.
Tolstoy notes art's role in conveying personal feelings to others who resonate with them.
Leonardo da Vinci heralds art as a pivotal means of communicating knowledge through generations.
Picasso views art as a way to reveal deeper truths through fabrication.
Brecht describes art as a tool to shape reality rather than merely reflect it.

Contemporary arts emerged from the late 1960s to present, including various forms like painting, sculpture, and performance art.
Traditional arts rely on mimetic techniques and strict guidelines; contemporary arts break these conventions, allowing greater freedom in expression.
Contemporary arts are boundless, accessible, and flexible, utilizing diverse materials and online platforms for reach and purchase.
Originality is redefined; artists can reinterpret and remix existing works.

Victorio Edades: The "Father of Modern Philippine Painting," known for distorted human figures using bold impasto strokes.
Carlos "Botong" Francisco: Revived mural art, known for abstraction and expressionism; notable work includes "Harana" (1957).
Galo Ocampo: Blended cubism, surrealism, and expressionism; controversial piece "The Brown Madonna" (1938).
Hernando Ocampo: Abstract painter who reflects social realities post-WWII; known for "Genesis" (n.d).
Vicente Manansala: Celebrated for his views on painting as an intimate act; famous work "Mother & Child" (1967).
Cesar Legaspi: Refined cubism in the Philippine context; part of the 'Thirteen Moderns'.

Appropriation: Creating new artworks by modifying existing images.
Performance: Art presented to an audience, enhancing everyday human activities.
Hybridity: Mixing new materials with traditional art forms.
Space: Crafting illusions of depth in two-dimensional art.
Technology: Integrating tech in both creation and distribution of art.

Dance: Physical expression through choreographed movement, including traditional dances like Tinikling and Sinulog.
Music: Combines notes for auditory appeal; essential to cultural identity.
Literature: Expresses human experience through language, featuring classic works like Rizal's "Noli Me Tangere."
Theater: Dramatic performances enhanced by various technical elements.
Film: Utilizes technology to narrate stories visually.
Architecture & Design: Structures that embody purpose and artistry; exemplified by Burnham Park.
Visual Arts: Visible art forms such as painting and sculpture, e.g., Juan Luna’s "Spoliarium."

Common themes include issues surrounding children, women, and the environment.
Notable art movements encompass:
- Abstract Expressionism: Emotion-driven painting reflecting spontaneity.
- Digital Art: Created using computer technology, including digital collages.

Wood & Wind: Creates sound-based artworks, exemplified by Impy Pilapil's “The Chime Halo.”
Used Objects: Projects that repurpose materials, like Project Belonging by the Aquilizan duo.
Rubber Slippers: Cultural commentary in arts, e.g., Tsinelas Action Figures by Elmer Padilla.
Paper: Explored by artists like Mona Alcudia.
Brass & Steel: Common in outdoor sculptures, aiding in artistic innovation.
Performance Art Props: Utilize various everyday materials for expressive performances.

Puni or Palm Folding: Traditional coconut leaf weaving, reflecting cultural heritage.
Singkaban or Bamboo Art: Decorative bamboo arches used during celebrations.
Saniculas Cookie Molds: Traditional cookies molded with religious imagery of St. Nicholas.