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Art is derived from the Latin word 'ars', meaning 'ability or skill'.

True

Art is only focused on the creation of physical objects and does not include ideas or feelings.

False

According to Dewey, art is an attitude of spirit and a state of mind.

True

Art has no impact on personal expression and does not influence one's skills.

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Contemporary art refers to art produced primarily in the first half of the 20th century.

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The function of art includes providing relaxation and overcoming feelings of loneliness.

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Art appreciation requires only passive enjoyment, with no need for interpretation or understanding.

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A work of art must have a practical function to be considered significant.

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Study Notes

Nature of Art

  • Derived from the Latin word "ars/artis," meaning "to do" or "man-made."
  • Acts as a medium of expression, allowing creativity through skillful manipulation of materials.
  • Involves organizing materials into new forms to express ideas and emotions.
  • Definitions by influential figures:
    • J.V. Estolas highlights "ars" as ability or skill.
    • A. Tan describes "artis" as craftsmanship and mastery of material and technique.
    • R. Zulueta emphasizes art as a means for self-expression.
    • C. Sanchez notes art as a communication medium using various forms like color, sound, and words.
    • Plato views art as a representation of the world's beauty.
    • J. Dewey regards art as a spiritual attitude demanding satisfaction.
    • Rustia defines art as skillful arrangement of elements to express human feelings.

Importance of Art

  • Satisfies personal expression needs and develops self-expression skills.
  • Encourages different perspectives, unlocking hidden desires and passions.
  • Can lead to life changes and insights into previously misunderstood truths.
  • Provides pleasure, satisfaction, and gratification.

Functions of Art

  • Expresses beauty and offers relaxation and spiritual happiness.
  • Serves as a channel for human passion, mitigating feelings of restlessness and loneliness.

Art Appreciation

  • The ability to interpret and enjoy man-made arts through experience with tools and materials.
  • Engages both emotional and intellectual responses to artworks.

Work of Art

  • Involves imagination and skill in creation.
  • Considered a thing of beauty with aesthetic value, referred to as obra maestra.
  • Must demonstrate artistic and literary merit, often symbolizing deeper meanings beyond practicality.

Subject of Art

  • Subject matter varies widely, encompassing anything represented in artwork.

Contemporary Philippine Art

  • Encompasses forms such as painting, drawing, music, and sculpture.
  • Refers to art produced in the second half of the 20th century and into the 21st century.
  • Contemporary artists operate in a globally influenced, culturally diverse, and technologically advanced environment.
  • The evolution of Philippine art spans from the beginning of civilization to the present.
  • Contemporary art in the Philippines gained momentum in the 1950s post-World War II.
  • Artworks may be found in various venues, including galleries, public spaces, and informal displays like parks and malls.

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Explore the fundamental characteristics and origins of art in this engaging quiz. Delve into its Latin roots and understand how it serves as a medium of expression, skill, and creativity. Discover the definitions and insights provided by various authors on the nature of artistic expression.

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