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ART
APPRECIATION,
HUMANITIES, AND

AESTHETICS
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ART is everywhere as they say. It can be the song or
a musical composition of your favorite singer, a painting
or sculpture of a great artists or the steps and
choreography of the dancer you follow.

ART is an expression of humanity or a

representative of a specific civilization and even a
significant voice of one culture. The purpose of this
lesson is to understand why as humans we need to
appreciate art and beauty.
 ART APPRECIATION
Appreciation of the visual arts goes beyond staring at a painting hanging on the wall of a museum—art is in
everything and everywhere you look. Opening your eyes to the world of art is essential in understanding the
world around you. Art is more than pretentious museums; only a few enter and comprehend. Instead, art
appreciation is:

 Gaining the knowledge to understand the art.

 Acquire the art methods and materials to discuss art verbally or by the written word.
 Ability to identify the movements from ancient cultures to today's contemporary art.
 Learning how to appreciate art is a necessary cultural foundation enabling people to critically analyze
art, art forms, and how cultures used art. All it takes to understand the art is just to look!
 ON ART APPRECIATION
Everyone can appreciate and marvel at art, and being subjective in nature, different art forms appeal to different
people. The term art encompasses a large variety of works, from paintings to sculptures, architecture to design, and in
modern times, digital art (Desirazu, 2020). The National Commission for Culture and Arts is devoted to develop the
seven arts by putting national committees in:
1. Architecture and Allied Arts
2. Cinema (Film, Television and broadcast Arts)
3. Dance
4. Dramatic Arts
5. Literary Arts (Fiction, Poetry, Essay, Play)
6. Music
7. Visual Arts (Painting and Sculpture)
 
ARCHITECTURE
AND
ALLIED ARTS
Felino Palafox- is a prominent Filipino
architect, urban planner and environmentalist. He is
the Principal Architect-Urban Planner and Founder
of Palafox Associates
Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mosque
The Grand Mosque of Cotabato, also known as Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Grand
Masjid, sits on a 5-hectare property donated by a former Maguindanao
congressman, which is the largest mosque in the Philippines.
• It can accommodate up to 15,000 people.
• It was constructed in 2008 and finished in 2011.
• It was funded by the Sultanate of Brunei at roughly P2 billion costs.
• It ranks second in size in Southeast Asia.
 CINEMA

(Film, Television and Broadcast Arts)

Tek Ocampo- Main Anchor & Senior Desk
Manager of the broadcasting show broadcast by GMA
Davao and GMA Northern Mindanao- One Mindanao.
 Catherine Rosales Garcia-Molina - is a Filipino film and
television director best known for directing romantic comedy
films produced and distributed by Star Cinema.

The blockbuster movie, starring Kathryn

Bernardo and Alden Richards, was directed by
Cathy Molina.
DANCE
Georcelle Dapat-Sy - G-Force may be famous
for being a choreographer to stars such as Anne
Curtis, Sarah Geronimo, and Nadine Lustre among
others.
Itik-Itik- The dance originated from Surigao del Norte,
Mindanao, Philippines. According to the story, a young woman
named Kanang (short for Cayetana) was the best dancer in that
province. At one baptismal celebration, she introduced new steps
which were improvisations of the dance Sibay. She imitated the
movements of the ducks or itik. Because of its unusual steps and
fascinating interpretation, the audience began imitating her.
DRAMATIC ARTS
Huling El Bimbo- Ang Huling El Bimbo is a story of
friendship told through the songs of the most iconic Pinoy rock band
from the 90’s. It is an original story that should resonate with people
who understand how the powerful bond between friends shapes our
lives. It will also be a nostalgic journey, driven by songs that have
become part of the collective Pinoy psyche.
Severino Montano- is considered as one of the Titans
of Philippine Theater. He was a playwright, director, actor
and theater organizer with an output of one novel, 150 poems
and 50 plays in his 65-year lifetime. Through the foundation
of the Arena Theater, Montano institutionalized “legitimate
theater” in the Philippines. He also have lifetime achievement
award as part of National Artist of the Philippines.
LITERARY ART
(Fiction, Poetry, Essay, Play)
Jose Rizal - An ophthalmologist by profession, Rizal became
a writer and a key member of the Filipino Propaganda
Movement, which advocated political reforms for the colony
under Spain. The writer of the famous novels Noli me Tangere
and El Filibusterismo.
Francisco Sionil José- is one of the most widely read
Filipino writers in the English language. His novels and short
stories depict the social underpinnings of class struggles and
colonialism in Filipino society. José's works—written in English
—have been translated into 28 languages, including Korean,
Indonesian, Czech, Russian, Latvian, Ukrainian and Dutch..
MUSIC
Joey Ayala - is a Filipino singer, songwriter and former
chairman of the music committee of the National Commission
for Culture and the Arts. He is well known for his style of music
that combines the sounds of Filipino ethnic instruments with
modern pop music.
Ryan Cayabyab - also known as Mr. C, is a Filipino
musician, composer and conductor. He was the Executive and
Artistic Director for several years for the defunct San Miguel
Foundation for the Performing Arts. He was named as National
Artist of the Philippines for Music in 2018.
VISUAL ARTS

(Painting and Sculpture)

 Napoleon "Billy" Veloso Abueva - was known as the "Father
of Modern Philippine Sculpture" Through Proclamation No. 1539,
He was proclaimed National Artist for Sculpture in 1976 when he
was 46, making him the youngest recipient of the award to date.

Napoleon Abueva, Nine Muses of the Arts

Fernando Amorsolo y Cueto- Labelled the country’s first National Artist in 1972 by
then President Marcos, Fernando Amorsolo is often known as the ‘Grand Old Man of
Philippine Art’. The Spanish-trained realist developed a backlighting technique, where his
colorful depictions of local people reflect the radiance of the Philippine sun. The figures and
illuminated landscapes magically glow on the canvas. Despite his deteriorating health and
failing eyesight, he remained prolific until the end, producing up to 10 paintings a month until
his death at the age of 80. Amorsolo’s creativity defines the nation’s culture and heritage to
this day.

The Fruit Gardener

 How to Write About
Appreciation of Artwork
Art appreciation is the ability to look at a work of art and understand how the artist used the elements of art
and principles of design. The elements of art are the building blocks used to create the work and the principles
of design are the ways the building blocks are used. To write about art appreciation, it is important to know the
vocabulary, or language, of art. It will help you structure your essay and effectively express your ideas,
opinions and feelings to your reader.

 Find the work  Describe the artist-2

 Learn the elements  Make a generalized sketch
 Look at the work of art  Reconsider your opinions and feelings and about the
 Gather information about the artist work of art
 Take notes on the information you gather  Make an outline for your essay
 Examine the work  Write your essay
 List you
 Describe the artist
 The Importance of Art Appreciation
 Art appreciation refers to the exploration and analysis of the art forms that we are exposed to.
 Art appreciation also involves a deeper look into the setting and historical implication and background
of the piece, a study of its origins.
 Art is dynamic, with new trends and styles emerging at a fast pace.
 Art opens up the stream of subconscious and intends to personally touch every person that comes across
it.
 Art appreciation is extremely relevant for multiple reasons.
 Art is meant to stimulate thought and conversation between its viewers.
 For many people, Art is meant to express something that we ourselves feel
unable to express or convey.
comes from the Latin “humanus”, which means human, cultured, refined. They are the branches
of learning based on the philosophy and ethical perspective of humanism, which emphasizes the
value of agency of human beings individually and collectively.
To elaborate it more, Humanities is:
1. Not specific
2. At least, not directly to business or economics
3. A set of tangible expressions o human quest for the good life
4. An ocean of all humanity’s deeper, inward awareness, knowledge and sensitivity
5. A collective pooling together pf the legacy of a given culture’s values, ambitions and beliefs.
Three Branches of Humanities
1. FINE
ARTS

Literature Painting
 2. PERFORMING ARTS

Dance Music/Singing
 3. PRACTICAL
ARTS

Architecture
Sculpture
 FUNCTIONS OF HUMANITIES

a) To make all persons become better human beings

b) To value and appreciate beautiful things
c) To expand our perspective
d) To know the changing image of mankind as its journey across time, across
realities and ideals
 AESTHETICS
Some scholars view AESTHETICS as a:
 Theory of beauty
 Discipline that is concerned with the appreciation of beauty
For example:
 In Science, it is defined as the study of sensory or sensory-emotional values which is sometimes understood
as judgement of sentiment and taste.
• In the Social Sciences, it is commonly understood as a critical reflection on art, culture, and nature.
• In the Art Discipline in general, the term aesthetics relates to particular branches of art such as art theory,
literary thery, film, and music theory.
AESTHETICS

o Study of beauty
o “aesthesis” - pertaining to sense of perception
o Our senses – sight, smell, taste, hearing, touch, movement – and the other two – balance and beauty
o Judgment of subjectivity

sensori-emotional values or the sentimentality of a specific work of art wherein

one tries to praise such beauty over the other.
Aesthetics or appreciating beauty is always subjective.

Art has distinct signatures to be considered beautiful.

– Denis Dutton
Dennis Dutton
“The Art Instinct”
Six Universal Signatures in Human Aesthetics
 1. Expertise or virtuosity
Humans cultivate, recognize, and
admire technical artistic skills.
 2. Non-utilitarian pleasure
People enjoy art for art’s sake, and do not demand to keep
them warm put food on the table.
 3. Style
Artistic objects and performances satisfy rules of
composition that place them in a recognizable style.
 4. Criticism
People make a point of judging, appreciating and
interpreting works of art.
 5. Imitation
With a few important exceptions like abstract painting,
works of art stimulates experiences of the world.
 6. “Special” focus
Works of art and artistic performances are frequently
bracketed off from ordinary life, made a special and dramatic
focus of experience.
 SUMMARY
 Everyone is involved in the making and consumption of art. Each person's language,
upbringing, experiences, and other factors influence what they find interesting, beautiful, or
mind-opening. The notion that something must be universally admired in order to be good is a
misconception at least and a disruptive distraction at worst. That isn't to suggest that discussing
important issues isn't worthwhile. Our reactions to art reflect who we are and how we see the
world, and expressing these views is one of the most useful tools we have for better
understanding each other and the world we live in.
 Art is related to humanities by broadening our understanding of human cultures and helps us
understand what brings us together and what separates us. The humanities are more concerned
with science and critical study, while the arts are more concerned with the act of creation itself,
whether by performance or the physical processing of works. Also, many artists use some type
of art form to express how they're feeling about the world around them. Whether its music,
painting, poetry or writing, "art" allows an artist an opportunity to depict how they feel. Many
artist are observer and intuitive. They often want to inspire others.
 Art also teaches many important qualities such as listening, observing and responding to multiple
perspectives. Having an appreciation for art also helps us to develop an appreciation for each other
and how we are all unique in our own way.

 Being moved by a painting and purchasing the albums of your favorite music artists, are some ways
of appreciating the art. It is an investment for we are spending a penny to provide medium or
materials in order for us to practice the art.

 Aesthetics is about the nature of beauty. It’s an idea central to any exploration of art. Since we were
young, we were taught to practice our senses – sight, smell, taste, hearing, touch, movement – and the
other two – balance and beauty. All these eight senses are particularly anchoring on the judgment of
subjectivity.
 Subjectivity is often based on the sensori-emotional values or the sentimentality of a specific work of
art wherein one tries to praise such beauty over the other. In reality, we can only praise and criticize
the material things because it is perceptible to the senses, distinct from the immaterial.

 Art is subjective. The person who sees or watches the Art decides whether an art is good or not
depending on his or her discerning taste. In beauty pageants or in any form of competition that is
related to arts, establishing a criteria supports a structured decision-making process, and it becomes
the basis of the judges in determining whether a person or an art is beautiful or not.
THANK
YOU!!
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ANGOS, ANGEL
ARIGO, MARY AN
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BADAYOS, DULCE MARIA
BANAYAG, KARYLE ANNE