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Postmodern art seeks to support the principles of modernism.
False
Contemporary art lacks a uniform organizing principle or ideology.
True
Altermodernism is a movement primarily focused on reinforcing standardization in art.
False
The work of contemporary artists often reflects their personal reflections and experiences.
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The Tate Britain's fourth Triennial exhibition was held in 2010.
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Abaca, a member of the Banana family, is primarily used to create metal products.
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Bamboo can be utilized in the production of musical instruments and is also used in construction.
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Buntal fibers are primarily recognized for their crystalline structure and lack of dyeing qualities.
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The outer sheath of the abaca stalk, known as Bakbak, is used to create really soft and delicate fabrics.
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Coir, derived from coconut, is frequently used in the production of indoor and outdoor fiber carpets.
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Study Notes
Postmodern Art Aesthetics
- Postmodern art encompasses various movements that challenge and contradict modernism.
- Key movements include intermedia, installation art, conceptual art, and multimedia art with a focus on video.
Contemporary Period (1986 to Present)
- Contemporary art reflects the work of living artists in the 21st century and mirrors current culture and society.
- It invites audiences to engage with contemporary ideas and reconsider familiar concepts.
- Characterized by a mix of materials, methods, and subjects, contemporary art defies easy categorization and lacks a unifying ideology.
- It showcases the diverse changing cultural landscape involving identity, values, and beliefs.
- Audiences play an active role in interpreting artworks, contributing personal insights and experiences.
Altermodernism
- Altermodernism seeks to contextualize modern art in today’s globalized society, reacting against standardization and commercialism.
- It promotes a new modernity based on the translation of diverse cultural values into a global framework.
- The concept is associated with cultural creolization and the quest for artistic autonomy amidst uniformity.
- The term suggests artists operating within or responding to a hypermodern environment.
- Tate Britain’s fourth Triennial exhibition in 2009 titled "Altermodern" aimed to initiate discussions around the themes of the movement.
- Key facets of Altermodern include:
- The conclusion of postmodernism
- Cultural hybridization
- Travel as a new artistic production method
- The evolution of art forms
Filipinism
- Filipinism is defined by Jose P. Laurel as an assertion of one's national identity, emphasizing patriotism as a love for one's country.
- It is not recognized as a distinct art movement but highlights the unique Filipino identity in artistic expression.
- Influences of an artist’s upbringing and environment shape their artistic perspective and identity, rather than strict adherence to origin or medium.
- Filipino artists can express their identity regardless of where they live or the language they use.
- The concept is historically rooted in the Impressionist period, highlighted by Juan Luna’s award-winning work "Spoliarium".
Contemporary Art Techniques & Performance Practices
- Conceptual: Emphasizes the importance of ideas, which can be abstract or socially focused.
- Social: Addresses current social and political issues, often from a critical viewpoint.
- Expressive: Both the content and form convey meaningful communication.
- Popular Culture: Explores and critiques aspects of popular culture, often through conceptualization.
- Poetic: Involves content or form that embodies a poetic essence.
- Biographical: Utilizes social, poetical, or expressive means of expression rooted in personal experiences.
- Documentary: Incorporates documentary methodologies or elements of research in the artistic approach.
- Sense Related: Engages multiple senses through interactive and immersive installations.
Contemporary Art Education
- Interdisciplinarity: Integrates multiple academic disciplines or fields of study into cohesive activities.
Local Materials in the Philippines
- Abaca: A banana family fiber known for its luster; used in creating slippers, ropes, and display jars.
- Bakbak: Durable outer sheath of the abaca stalk; produces furniture items like tables and chairs.
- Bamboo: Versatile raw material for construction and various products, including musical instruments.
- Buntal: Cylindrical, durable ivory-white fibers used in bags, shoes, and desk accessories.
- Buri: Fiber from mature buri palm leaves; moisture-resistant and used in hats and woven goods.
- Coir: Fibrous material from coconut that can be made into carpets and doormats.
- Nito: Fern family plant used in crafting bags and decorative items from its fibrous material.
- Pandan: Tropical plant splints processed into materials for baskets and picture frames.
- Raffia: Fiber from unopened buri leaves, used in fabrics and various crafts like hats and bags.
- Rattan: Belongs to the palm family; used for furniture and novelty items, including beds and chairs.
- Tikog: Native sea grass used for mat weaving and other decorative uses.
Techniques
- Mixed Media: Artworks combining different materials or media, like paint, ink, and collage on canvas.
- New Media Art: Art form that explores the relationship between technology, images, and the internet.
Improvisation
- Definition: Performing dramatic scenes spontaneously without a script, fostering creativity and spontaneity.
- Teaching Approach: Utilizes theater games instead of traditional lectures to engage students in the experience.
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Forms:
- Shortform: Quick scenes based on predetermined games.
- Longform: Extended scenes unified by story or character development.
Creative Drama
- Definition: An improvisational and process-centered form where participants reflect on human experiences without scripts.
- Purpose: Encourages synthesis of educational concepts in a personally relevant way through guided exploration.
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This quiz explores the nuances of postmodern art as it contrasts with modernism. It examines various movements such as installation art and multimedia, highlighting their significance in the contemporary period from 1986 to the present. Test your knowledge on the characteristics and developments of this vibrant artistic era.
