ARTS APPRECIATION B.

HYPERREALITY
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN Hyperreality is a condition where reality and
PHILOSOPHY AND ART its representation are indistinguishable. The
real is simulated, thus what is being perceived
PHISOSOPHY and ART: two disciplines that
is the representation of the object. The
relate very much, as a thought of process,
simulacra (an image or representation of
starts from the artist’s conception of what he is
someone or something) is real stand for
going to do.
what is real. These representations are
- Artists find motivations from different sources
images and signs that appear to be real.
to create their obra (artwork, masterpiece).
- Artists then moves into considering what Bauldrillard conceived four phases of this
materials are needed to accomplish what is simulation:
inside the thoughts. (in Philosophy, it is called
1. The truth is projected as it is.
material cause)
2. The representation distorts reality.
-The conception of art does not stop at this
3. An apparent perception, a reality, exists but
point because the artist has not yet arrived at
truthfully it is not. The representation projects
its final cause-the art expression.
the apparent existence of reality.
This is one way of simplifying how to look at art 4. It is absurd to consider a relationship
critically. Art Appreciation allows students to between the representation and the reality
analyze logically and come up with a sound since there is no real object of what is being
judgment to it. The end of this is not for represented at all.
students to become performers, but rather,
C. THEORY OF COMMUNICATION
to analyze critically from different lenses
ACTION IN ART
and philosophy.
Understanding art can be done in so many
PHILOSOPHY - is a systematic analysis of
ways. Analyzing art can be approached in
things using reasoning
various methods. Understanding and putting
- always starts with a question, the same when
meanings into art after critically examining it
it comes to art analysis
can be considered the lifeworlds (everyday
- it can help art critics in understanding the
world that we share with others) in
work of art better
Hebermas’ Theory of Communicative Action. In
PHILOSOPHY OF ART - the study of the the theory, it is necessary to establish first the
nature of art, including the concepts: lifeworlds that are associated with the art
interpretation, expression, and form. because these are usually what influence the
- closely related to aesthetics, the philosophical individual seeing the art. They form part of the
study of beauty and taste. arguments in judging whether it is good or bad
art.
This theory can be used in critiquing art
There can be many philosophical theories that
because the artistic expression can be
anyone may be able to use in Art Appreciation.
understood well by the viewer in a discursive
There are also philosophical thoughts that may
way. These three discourses (discussions;
help the audience understand arts better. The
conversations) are:
following are some theories in Philosophy that
may be used in analyzing art. 1. Aesthetic discourse: focuses on the
visual aspect verbalized in many forms.
A. DECONSTRUCTION IN ART
2. Therapeutic discourse: clarifies
Derrida’s Deconstruction is the questioning
sugarcoated discourses that are
between the relation of the accepted
considered real but actually a false
conventional meaning and the object which is
notion that has been considered true.
represented by the accepted meaning. The
description may sound very simple but when 3. Explicative discourse: dialogue
used as a method, Deconstruction in itself is takes place between what is
a process. The first feature of the communicated in the lifeworld and the
Deconstruction process is to look for a viewer or audience.
significant points in a particular artwork
Each individual creates his own understanding
where one can establish a meaning. There
of how the object or art presents itself.
is not one single intrinsic meaning to be
found in a work, but rather many, and often Experience is always an integral part of the
this can be conflicting. individual in forming new experiences where
informed discourses are validated by the
interactions of other lifeworlds.
THE PROCESS OF ART MAKING biennials, and collectors must appreciate,
respect, and value artworks)
THE ARTIST
DEALERS
-Is someone who uses their imagination to
create or produce functional art with -act as advocates and marketers of the work
aesthetic value (painter, sculptor, of artists.
choreographer, dancer, or musician). -main responsibility is to identify talent, develop
-Fine arts begin by sketching using a pencil, an artist’s profession, generate visibility, and
pen, sketchpad, or paper to exercise and build an artist’s public image.
establish their ideas into artwork. -art dealers handle the artist’s advertising,
-The goal of artists work is to elicit a general public relations, and exhibition planning in
reaction from the viewer. exchange for a commission on the sale of the
work.
THE ARTISAN
ART CRITICS
-Craftspeople who create useful artistic items
such as earrings, urns, stained glass, and -they examine , assess, and perceive the
other accessories (known as artisans) aesthetic meaning and importance of
-they learn by shadowing master craftspeople artwork exhibited in galleries, museums,
and then practicing with ongoing study. private or public showings, and other venues.
-they strive to create a something novel, one of -reviewers also remark and judge the technical
a kind, and occasionally provocative. (devote detail, concept, and creative expression of the
significant time to selling and promoting their art under consideration (can work for a
products in various markets) magazine, a newspaper, a website, or as a
freelancer).
COLLECTORS OR ART COLLECTORS
ARTISTS VERSUS ARTISANS
-they are an important part of the art market
Artists and Artisans use their art or craft to
that keeps it afloat, the contributions of art
express a vision.
collectors are critical to the survival of artists,
a. Paint, watercolor, pens, ink, or illustrations
dealers, galleries, and auction houses.
are used by fine artists. Whereas, artisans
-notable collectors wield considerable power
create jewelries, glassworks, potteries, or other
and can help an unidentified artist gain
functional items.
recognition by purchasing his work (the vast
b. Artists create aesthetically pleasing works,
majority of artworks housed in museums and
whereas artisans focus on functionality an
galleries were given as gifts by collectors)
accessorizing rather than aesthetics.
-someone who buys and collects arts
c. Typically, artists works are displayed in
museums or galleries, whereas artisans sell CURATORS
their wares at craft fairs and shops.
-have a keen eye for and a strong interest in
THE ART MEDIUM all art forms
-use their vast knowledge about the subject
-the material used in art to express an idea.
and organizational skills to coordinate art
-can be anything that is used to express what
shows at museums, galleries, and public space
the artist is thinking (wood, metal, stone,
-are in charge of an art show’s
words, action, canvas, brick, or anything that
conceptualization, layout, design, and
evokes a sense of beauty, durability, and
execution (also conduct artist research and
malleability)
write catalog essays).
OTHER PLAYERS IN THE WORLD OF ART
PRODUCTION PROCESS – the process of
There are five main players who form the creating an artwork does not always follow a
functional group of the creative community. straight line. It is divided into three parts:
These are the artists, dealers, curators, preproduction, production, and postproduction.
critics, and collectors.
a. Preproduction which includes planning,
ARTISTS researching, scripting, storyboarding, etc.

-they are the prop, the mainstay of the art b. Production which includes the actual
world execution like painting, filming, recording, etc.
-their magnificent perspectives and creative
c. Postproduction which includes the final
endeavors must be acknowledge and valued in
master copy once artwork is finished.
order to aid in the development of a career and
the opening of doors (galleries, exhibitions,
ARTS AND ITS CONVENTIONS A. SOURCES OF SUBJECT
Art is regularly present in our 1. NATURE: JUDEO-CHRISTIAN TRADITION
environment. Life presents itself to us in – is most often meant to evoke those religious,
various forms and gives us a lot of ethical or cultural values of beliefs regarded as
opportunities to create something extraordinary being common to both Judaism and
through the art. Art makes life extraordinary, Christianity.
and with art, we make life meaningful. The
2. HISTORY: SACRED ORIENTAL TEXTS
littlest thing we do gives a significant impact on
– Christian Bible
our daily lives. Art is universal, releases
stress, and makes us happy. 3. GREEK AND ROMAN MYTHOLOGY:
OTHER WORKS OF ART – the Great Wave
off Kanagawa; Composition with Red, Blue,
SUBJECT AND CONTENT OF ART and Yellow by Piet Mondrian
In perceiving art, we need to understand that B. KINDS OF SUBJECT
every artwork is composed of three parts:
• HISTORY - SEASCAPE
subject, content, and form. However, people
tend to understand the difference between • STILL LIFE - CITYSCAPE
subject and content. There are three basic
parts of an artwork. • ANIMALS - MYTHOLOGY

Basic components of an artwork • FIGURES - MYTH

a. SUBJECT – the image that is being • NATURE - DREAMS

emphasized in a painting; the what of • LANDSCAPE - FANTASIES
an artwork ( the topic, focus, or
image) ARTWORK CONTENT

b. CONTENT – the implication that the In the field of art, content is defined as the
artist or artwork is trying to communicate overall meaning or purpose of the art piece. It
to the spectators; the why (the artist’s is the means to elucidate the message that the
intention, communication, or painter wants to communicate with his artwork.
meaning behind the work) It comprises the techniques applied in making
c. FORM – the creation and the of the artwork, the shades of colors, and
construction of the artwork – how the everything that was employed by the artist to
medium and elements of art applied express a meaning or a message.
together; the how (the development of Artwork Content..
the work, composition , or the
substantiation) 1. Actual Significance refers in the most
basic level of significance which can be seen in
SUBJECT OF ARTS the identifiable and recognized aspects of art
CATEGORIES: and how they interact with one another.

1. REPRESENTATIONAL ART – these are 2. Traditional Interpretation refers to the

genres of artwork that feature themes that commonly held understanding of the art as
allude to physical reality, objects, or expressed through themes, symbols, patterns,
occurrences. It is also known as figurative art and other cues.
since the objects depicted in the art are simple 3. Subjective Significance refers to a depth
to spot and comprehend. A well-known of implication unveiled when a certain piece of
example of representational art is the art is analyzed.
“Mona Lisa” masterpiece.
2. NONREPRESENTATIONAL ART – these
are works of art that do not illustrate or relate FACTUAL MEANING IN ART – refers to the
anything from the actual world (thing, person, readily identifiable elements within a piece, like
place, or specific event). It is more on colors, the subject matter, objects depicted, and their
lines, shapes, etc. but may also express basic relationships, essentially what is visually
emotions, ideas, and other things that are not present without requiring deeper interpretation.
visible – emotions or feelings for example.
Sometimes, it can be highly subjective and
hard to define. Examples:

EXAMPLES OF SOURCES AND KINDS OF 1. A portrait painting factually depicts a

SUBJECT person’s face and features
 2. A landscape painting factually shows can reflect your unique expression or sense of
trees, mountains, and river. style. We are capable of doing more than we
are currently capable of.
3. A still life painting factually shows
objects like flowers, a vase, and a book THE FUNCTION OF CREATIVITY IN THE
arranged on a table. ART MAKING
CONVENTIONAL MEANING IN ART – this Creativity is what distinguishes one
level involves understanding symbols and artwork to another. We say something is done
motifs that have established meanings within a when we have not seen anything like it before
culture or art historical context. or when it’s out of the ordinary (Caslib et al.
2018). In todays modernization, everyone
Example: A red rose conventionally symbolizes
looks at something new in their eyesight and
love.
other senses. To compete in the business
SUBJECTIVE MEANING IN ART – personal world, you are expected to provide something
interpretation of the artwork; can vary greatly new. Thus, creativity is expected in whatever
between viewers based on their experiences field.
and perspectives. The art created by the artist
Playing words is art too. Businesspersons do
themselves made based on personal feelings
not just need to be physically artistic to attract
and emotions felt when creating it.
customers or tourists but to be playful with
SUBJECTIVITY IN ART words to effectively market a product. Playing
art with language is extremely beneficial for
It is based in personal opinions and feelings business and self-expression.
rather than on agreed facts. A painting might
be “beautiful” to one person and “ugly” to THE FUNCTION OF IMAGINATION IN THE
another, but the material object remains ART MAKING
unchanged.
One of the famous remarks of Albert Einstein is
his quotation that says, “Imagination is more
important than knowledge….Knowledge is
LESSON SUMMARY: limited, imagination encircles the world.”
There are three basic components of artwork: Imagination is a very powerful too in the field of
the subject, content, and form. art for producing a creative piece. When
creativity and imagination come together,
Representational art refers to the images the result is a masterpiece.
found in reality while nonrepresentational art
expresses emotions and is subjective. THE FUNCTION OF EXPRESSION IN THE
ART MAKING
The overall meaning of an artwork is called
content of the art. Art, by definition, has no rules and guidelines
for expressing oneself. It is exactly what the
There are three types/levels of content found in artist desires. It is an expression, and artists
artworks: factual, conventional, and use various mediums to express
subjective. themselves through the use of creativity
and imagination. There are numerous ways to
express oneself through art. Popular art
THE ROLE OF CREATIVITY, IMAGINATION, expressions are included but are not limited to
AND EXPRESSION IN THE ART MAKING the list below.
Art helps us improve ourselves. A. VISUAL ARTS
Engaging with art, we develop ourselves
mentally, emotionally, socially, and physically. This type of art includes works that are
Art helps us deal with our daily lives in myriad primarily visual in nature and appeal to our
ways. All our success, big or small, has been sense of sight. These include drawing,
achieved through our own little artistic values. ceramics, painting, sculpture, design,
The study of creativity, imagination, and printmaking, film making, photography,
expression is essential in our human video, crafts, and architecture.
experiences because it allows us to realize our B. PERFORMANCE ARTS
full potential.
This type of art is meant to be delivered on
Furthermore, studying creativity, imagination, stage. The human body is the medium used
and expression may help you perform better in to deliver the artwork. Performance art is
your artistic field. accompanied by visual arts and music or
Imagination is limitless; creativity is putting your sound (Caslib et al. 2018).
imagination into action, and your work of art
C. LITERARY ART Language and art, when combined, are really
a masterpiece. Linguist uses art to express it
This type of art includes poetry and any
creatively. By creative writing, words have
means of creative writing. (Main genres of
been played in an artistic way to express
Literature -Poetry, Fiction, Nonfiction, Drama,
themselves innovatively. Writers have
Prose).
emphasized words to replace brushes and
canvas.

LESSON SUMMARY: Siday writing is an art that is evident in creative

writing. Siday is a Waraynon poem reflecting
Creativity makes an artwork stand out. An the culture of the Waraynons.
artwork that appears to be unique has a high
chance of being noticed and appreciated.
Creativity is highly valued in art-making. It LESSON SUMMARY:
distinguishes one work of art from another.
Language and culture play an important role
Excellent artwork is a result of great in the creation of art.
imagination.
Culture has an impact on the art’s concept.
To create exceptional artwork, creativity and
A language is an art form.
imagination must work in tandem.
Art reflects culture.
All creative works of art begin with
imagination. To create a one of a kind work Creative writing is a language’s art.
of art you must have a strong imagination.
Siday is a poem written in the Waray-Waray
Art is an expression of universal emotions. language.
An artist’s work may or may not be based on
his or her own experiences. It could also be
his/her observation of the environment.

CULTURE & LANGUAGE IN AN ARTWORK

Before, art has been taught separately, but
today, it can no longer be removed from
learning and is often referred to as a core for
learning. In the study of language and culture,
the study of art is also mentioned and highly
valued.
CULTURE AND ART
In dealing with art, culture can never be
disregarded. Culture is reflected in art.
Culture is determined by experiences, ways of
life, societies, mindsets, and behaviors.
Hence, with art, it has the ability to cross
many borders. Art could even be used to
introduce culture. Without directly explaining,
an artwork can tell culture, but it may or may
not be the artist’s culture.
The artist can use someone’s culture and
express it through art but not necessarily be his
or her own culture.
Art is an expression and art is an
expression of humanity. Culture can be
expressed and explained artistically
through art.

LANGUANGE AND ART

Language is one of the many frontiers that
art could have meaningfully crossed.