Republic of the Philippines

ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY

Module in Art Appreciation

GEC 5
TOPIC 1: The Importance, Meaning, Nature and Assumption of Art

Introduction
This topic introduces the importance of art as part or component of our dynamic
civilization and art as an essential form of expression and communication in our daily
existence. The meaning of art covers its etymological to modern definition and how man sees
it variably and relatively from person, time and place. The Assumptions tackle the principles
and sources of appreciating art and establish the margin and boundary of the responsibility
and duty in fulfilling what man is capable of doing (Panison, 2018).

Learning Outcome
At the end of this chapter the learners should be able to:
a. characterize artistic expression based on personal experience with art;
b. discuss the nature of art;
c. categorize works of arts by citing personal experiences; and
d. elaborate the assumptions of arts

Learning Content

What is Art?
Art as a term is taken from the Italian word artis, which means craftsmanship, skill,
mastery of form, inventiveness and the association that exist between form and ideas between
material and techniques. From the Aryan root ar, this means to join or put together; from
the Greek words artezein, which means to prepare, and arkiskein, meaning to put
together.
In addition, Art is derived from Latin word ars, meaning ability or skill. (J.V.
Estolas)
According to Plato,”Art is that which brings life in harmony with the beauty of the
world.” While for F. Zulueta, “Art is the product of man’s need to express himself.” And
for John Dewey, “Art is an attitude of spirit, a state of mind-one which demand for each
own satisfaction and fulfilling, a shaping of matter to new and more significant from.
What are the Common Essentials of Art?
1. Art must be man-made.
2. Art must be creative
3. Art must benefit and satisfy man.
4. Art is expressed through a certain medium or material by which the artist
communicates himself to his audiences.

AS A PROCESS--Is
the arrangement of
aesthetic elements
in an appealing
and interesting
matter.
AS A PRODUCT--It
includes human
creation , different IS EXPRESSION--
activities and
ART
Expresses the feeling s
froms of and ideas shared by all
expression like individuals regardless
painting, music, of culture.
literature, and
dance etc.

IS IMITATION-- A
representation
of reality.

What is Art Appreciation?

It is the ability to interpret or understand man-made arts and enjoy them either
through actual and work-experience with art tools and materials or possession of these works
of art for one’s admiration and satisfaction. It also centers on the ability to view art
throughout history, focusing on the cultures and the people, and how art developed in the
specific periods. Thus, it is difficult to understand the art without understanding the culture
because the connections to the context of art and the interaction of societies help us to
analyze and appreciate a piece of art.

What are the Natures of Arts?

1. Art is everywhere.

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 2. Art is a means of expression and communication.

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3. Art as a creation—It is the act of combining or re-ordering existing materials to form a new
object.

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4. Art and experience—It must be heard or seen to be appreciated and involve intellectual
understanding.

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5. Art and beauty-- It gives pleasure when perceived.

Magritte Art Pablo Picasso, «Guernica», 1937

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6. Art and nature

What are the differences between art and nature?

ART NATURE
1. It is man-made 1. It is nature’s creation.
2. It is artificial. 2. It is natural.
3. It is non-repeatable, or unchanging 3. Evanescent (fleeting) and recreating
itself.
4. It is not nature. 5. It needs art to improve it.

Assessment Task
ACTIVITY 1:
Directions: Analyze the following painting by Edvard Munch. What can you infer about the
painting? Write your answer on the space provided.

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ACTIVITY 2:
Directions: Base on your own understanding, what is art? Write your answer inside the
graph.

ART
2. What is the significance of art in our lives?

References:
Keiran, E. (1992). Imagination in Teaching and Learning, pp. 12-37
Panisan, W.K et,al. (2018). Art appreciation. Mutya Publishing house Inc., pp. 1-7
Ortiz et. al, (1976). Art perception and appreciation, pp. 5-12
https://sites.psu.edu/civicissueswithsm/2017/04/20/why-we-need-art-in-our-lives/