CPAR1.1-Contemporary-Arts-Defined.pdf

 “It is the result of man’s manipulation of talents and materials” (Thesaurus, 2001); “Art is a diverse range of human activities in creating visual, auditory, or performing artifacts, expressing the author’s imaginative, conceptual ideas, or technical skill, intended to be appreciated f...

 “It is the result of man’s manipulation of talents and materials” (Thesaurus, 2001); “Art is a diverse range of human activities in creating visual, auditory, or performing artifacts, expressing the author’s imaginative, conceptual ideas, or technical skill, intended to be appreciated for their beauty or emotional power (Oxford, and Merriam-Webster dictionaries).  Art History ❖Prehistoric ❖Medieval ❖Neoclassic ❖Ancient ❖Renaissance ❖Romantic ❖Baroque ❖Modern Let talk about Cotemporary Arts Contemporary art generally refers to art being created now.  It is difficult to make a formal definition of contemporary art since critics, curators, and historians define it in varying ways. Also, contemporary art resists a universal, singular, and fixed definition as it continues to evolve. Contemporary art is constantly changing, continuously reinventing Contemporary art is culturally and technologically- diverse. Contemporary art is a collaborative process. Audience has an active role in constructing its essence. Contemporary art is a medium to today’s thoughts and emotion. The expression “contemporary art” has gained much currency in recent decades. Since the 1990s, there are two main applications of this term in the discourse of art: chronological view and historical usage. 1. The chronological view defines contemporary arts as art related to this current period in art history, and refers to art that is new, recent, modern, or pertains to the present moment. “art produced in our era or lifetime” → vague because era and lifetime are relative. 2. The historical usage, meanwhile, regards contemporary art as a specific episode or stage in the story of evolution of art. Contemporary art → “contemporary period” which is a period of art following the end of modernism. Confusion: when modern art ended? Contemporary art is often considered to be synonymous to “postmodern art.”  Social Realism Contemporary Era National Identity 1970’s to Present Modern Era Orientalizing 1946-1969 Japanese Era Secular Forms of Art 1941-1945 American Era Faith and Catechism 1898-1940 Spanish Era Geometric Designs 1521 - 1898 Islamic Arts Integral Life 13th C. AD Ethnic Arts Pre – 13th C. AD Modern ≠ Contemporary Art Art “Academic” “Art of Today” In the standard periodization of art history across the globe, contemporary art is placed in the following years: a. Art produced after 1945. - adhered by most museums when defining their collections - After the WWII, there was a shift of political, cultural, and economic power from Europe to the USA which marked the European colonialism. - Most art historian now consider this reference to be outdated. b. Art produced since the 1960s. - This is the one most commonly used by art critics due to the emergence at this time of a new generation of artists who were overturning the Modernist practice. - However, disagreement persists as to the exact cutoff date. 1964? 1968? 1969? - Some historians extend the threshold as far as the 1980s or 1990s.  The 1960s are viewed as the transition period from Modern to contemporary art, encompassing both tendencies. Artists didn't suddenly become Postmodernists overnight. The year 1970 marks the cut-off date, as the transition was fully realized by then. Xyza Bacani’s Man in the Stair Contemporary Art HR Ocampo’s The Contrast Modern Art Contemporary Art in the Philippines It emerged in response to the social and cultural realities of the 1970s, a time marked by repression and censorship of artistic expression during Martial Law. During this era, Philippine art was shaped by a system where aspiring artists were trained by established ones. However, this system often focused on Western traditions, overshadowing local artists. Contemporary Art in the Philippines Art became a means of opposing the regime, leading to the flourishing of social realism. This art movement aimed to expose the real conditions of Philippine society and used art to inspire change. Progressive art in visual arts, music, theater, dance, and literature both in Manila and the countryside, developed a culture that conveyed the true aspirations of the Filipino people. Contemporary Art in the Philippines The end of Martial Law following the EDSA People Power Revolution in 1986 ushered the Philippines into the contemporary period. The art produced during this time is considered contemporary art. Contemporary Art in the Philippines Contemporary art in the Philippines emerged due to three factors: 1. The return of democracy under the Aquino government; 2. The improved economic and political environment in the country, particularly in the regions; and 3. The advent of new technologies and free access to media.  Contemporary Art as a Breaking of Norms Contemporary art reimagines established forms, offering fresh perspectives. It embraces the cult of the new, aiming to create "radical" and "interdisciplinary" works. It is plural, diverse, and at times whimsical. Contemporary artists introduce new strategies and tactics for producing and engaging with art.  Contemporary Art as a Breaking of Norms Appropriation is a key focus in contemporary art. It involves creating new works by taking pre-existing images or works from different contexts and combining them with new elements. Santiago Bose’s Carnivore of Session Road (2022) Christina Roxas Retrieved at Behance.net Arlu Gomez  Contemporary Art and Local Heritage Heritage is something that can be passed from one generation to the next, can be conserved or inherited, and has historic or cultural value. These are physical objects and places of heritage (old buildings, paintings, public art, etc.) and the various practices of heritage (oral traditions, dance, fiesta, etc.) unique to the region or locality.  Contemporary Art and Local Heritage Contemporary art professes an awareness of local heritage. Contemporary art often blends images of traditions and history with modern elements to address current issues, creating a dynamic dialogue that encourages cultural exchange.  An old cockpit in Baclayon, Bohol is repurposed to become a community theater in 2015. (TEATRO BUWANGAN DE BACLAYON) Theater director: Lutgardo Labad Local Artist Group: Dulaang Kasing Sining Production: Teatro Porvenir  Mandala Art Festival (May; Pulilan, Bulacan) Primary: Carabao Kneeling Contemporary Art: carabao painting, artistic papier-mache carabao, wall mural painting  Contemporary Art as a Critique of Society Contemporary art reflects current issues, posing questions and critiques about today’s society. Retrieved at Orange Magazine  Contemporary art for pleasure FUNCTIONS as a profession as a commentary in spirituality as remembrance for persuasion As self-expression