ART APPRECIATION
Prepared by:
ERIKA JANE S. CACALDO, LPT
Instructor
cacaldo.erikajane@mdci.edu.ph
CHAPTER 3
Arts and Artisans
LESSON 1
Difference Between Being
an Artist and an Artisan
Artist and Artisan
• Artist – An art practitioner such as a painter, sculptor,
choreographer, dancer, musician, or poet who produces or
creates indirectly functional arts with aesthetic value using
imagination.
• Artisan – A craftsman, such as a carpenter, carver, plumber,
blacksmith, weaver, or embroiderer, who produces directly
functional and/or decorative arts.
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional
expression, and imaginative ideas
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional
expression, and imaginative ideas
focus on practical, functional,
or decorative objects
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
rely on technical skills
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
rely on technical skills
use experimentation and personal vision
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces
works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh
create reproducible or
custom-made objects
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh create reproducible or
custom-made objects
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh create reproducible or
custom-made objects
weaver, carpenter
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh create reproducible or
custom-made objects
works seen in galleries, weaver, carpenter
museums, or private collections
Artists Artisans
prioritize aesthetic value, emotional focus on practical, functional,
expression, and imaginative ideas or decorative objects
use experimentation and personal vision rely on technical skills
unique and original pieces works might be found in markets,
homes, or architectural spaces
Leonardo da Vinci, Pablo
Picasso, Vincent van Gogh create reproducible or
custom-made objects
works seen in galleries,
museums, or private collections weaver, carpenter
LESSON 2
Famous Personalities
of Art and their Works
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1. Leonardo da Vinci
Born: April 12, 1452, Vinci, Italy
Died: May 2, 1529, Amboise, France
Notable Works: The Last Supper, Mona
Lisa, Vitruvian Man
Quote: “He who thinks little, errs much.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
2. Vincent Van Gogh
Born: March 30, 1853, Zundert, Italy
Died: July 29, 1890, France
Notable Works: The Starry Night,
Sunflowers, Irises
Quote: “I dream of painting and then I
paint my dream.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
3. Michelangelo
Born: April 6, 1475, Italy
Died: February 18, 1564, Italy
Notable Works: David, Creation of Adam,
St. Peter’s Basilica
Quote: “Genius is eternal patience.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
4. Claude Monet
Born: November 14, 1840, France
Died: December 5, 1926, France
Notable Works: Water Lilies, Impression,
Sunrise, Rouen Cathedral
Quote: “The richness I achieve comes from
Nature, the source of my inspiration.”
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5. Frida Kahlo
Born: July 6, 1907, Mexico
Died: July 13, 1954, Mexico
Notable Works: The Two Fridas, The
Broken Column, Self-Portrait with Thorn
Necklace and Hummingbird
Quote: “I never paint dreams or
nightmares. I paint my own reality.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
6. Georgia O’Keeffe
Born: November 15, 1887, Wisconsin, USA
Died: March 6, 1986, New Mexico, USA
Notable Works: Black Irises III, Cow’s Skull:
Red, White, and Blue, Radiator Building
Night – New York
Quote: “The days you work are the best
days.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
7. Edgar Degas
Born: July 19, 1834, Paris, France
Died: September 27, 1917, Paris, France
Notable Works: The Absinthe Drinker, The
Dance Class, The Bellelli Family
Quote: “Art is not what you see, but what you
make others see.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
8. Edvard Munch
Born: December 12, 1863, Norway
Died: January 23, 1944, Norway
Notable Works: The Scream, The Day After,
The Dance of Life
Quote: “From my rotting body, flowers shall
grow and I am in them and that is eternity.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
9. Jackson Pollock
Born: January 28, 1912, Wyoming, USA
Died: August 11, 1956, New York, USA
Notable Works: Number 5, Number 11,
Number 31
Quote: “The painting has a life of its own. I
try to let it come through.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
10. Pablo Picasso
Born: October 26, 1881, Malaga, Spain
Died: April 8, 1973, Mougins, France
Notable Works: Guernica, The Young Ladies
of Avignon, The Weeping Woman
Quote: “Every child is an artist. The problem
is how to remain an artist once he grows up.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
11. Gustav Klimt
Born: July 14, 1862, Austria
Died: February 6, 1918, Vienna, Austria
Notable Works: The Kiss, Portrait of Adele
Bloch-Bauer I, The Virgin
Quote: “Truth is like fire; to tell the truth
means to glow and burn.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
12. Henry Moore
Born: July 30, 1898, UK
Died: August 31, 1986
Notable Works: Reclining Figures, King
and Queen, Bird Basket
Quote: “One never knows what each day
is going to bring. The important thing is to
be open and ready for it.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
13. Salvador Dali
Born: May 11, 1904, Spain
Died: January 23, 1989, Spain
Notable Works: The Persistence of
Memory, Swans Reflecting Elephants,
Premonition of Civil War
Quote: “Intelligence without ambition is a
bird without wings.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
14. Paul Cézanne
Born: January 19, 1839, France
Died: October 22, 1906, France
Notable Works: The Bathers, The Card
Players, Jug, Curtain and Fruit Bowl
Quote: “We live in a rainbow of chaos.”
| Famous Personalities of Art and their Works
15. Diego Rivera
Born: December 8, 1886, Mexico
Died: November 24, 1957, Mexico
Notable Works: Man at the Crossroads,
The History of Mexico, The Flower Carrier
Quote: “I've never believed in God, but I
believe in Picasso.”
LESSON 3
The Production Process, Medium,
Technique, and Curation
The Production Process
• the series of steps an artist follows to create a work of art, from
developing an idea to completing the final piece
Example: A sculptor imagines a statue (idea), selects marble and
carving tools (preparation), carves the figure (execution), and
polishes it for display (final touches).
The Production Process
1. Idea and Inspiration – The artist thinks of a concept,
emotion, or message they want to express.
2. Preparation – Materials and tools are gathered. Sketches,
drafts, or prototypes may be created.
3. Execution – The artist begins creating the artwork using their
chosen medium and techniques.
4. Final Touches – Refinements and details are added to
complete the piece.
Medium
• the physical materials or tools used by an artist to create
their work and convey ideas, emotions, or messages
Examples: paint, clay, wood, metal, fabric, and digital tools
• A painter uses acrylic paint on canvas,
while a ceramic artist molds clay.
Technique
• the way an artist applies and manipulates their medium to
achieve a desired effect, reflecting skill and artistic style
Examples: shading in drawing, chiseling in sculpture,
layering in painting
• A watercolor artist uses light, delicate brushstrokes, while a
muralist may use bold, sweeping motions.
Curation
• the process of selecting, organizing, and managing artworks for
display in galleries, museums, or exhibitions
• Curators highlight the meaning and context of the artworks.
Curation
Curator’s Role:
• Choose pieces that fit the theme or focus of an exhibit.
• Organize and design the layout of the display.
• Write descriptions and provide context for viewers.
Example: A curator arranges an exhibit on Filipino contemporary
art, selecting paintings and sculptures that reflect modern Filipino
culture and society.
Thank you !
What questions do you have?
ACTIVITY
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The Art of Curation
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Instructions
1. Choose a theme. Think of a unifying theme for your exhibit.
Your artworks should reflect this theme.
Examples of Themes:
• Nature and Landscapes • Modern Art
• Emotions in Art • Portraits Through Time
• Filipino Culture and Heritage • Women Empowerment
• Classical Art • Urban Life
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Women Figures in Cubism
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Instructions
2. Select Artworks. Find 4 to 8 existing works of art from
different periods or artists that fit your chosen theme.
✓ You can select paintings, sculptures, or photographs.
✓ Ensure a mix of styles and time periods if possible.
3. Print and Cut. Print the artworks in small squares or
rectangles (like mini gallery pieces) and cut them out.
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Instructions
4. Curate and Arrange. Paste your artworks inside the
rectangular box (gallery space) on the worksheet. Arrange them
in a way that creates flow and tells a story. Think about:
✓ How the artworks are positioned next to each other.
✓ Which pieces stand out or contrast with the others.
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Instructions
5. Label the Art. For each artwork, write a short description
below it. Include:
✓ Title of the Artwork
✓ Artist’s Name
✓ Year (if available)
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Women Figures in Cubism
Tea Time by Jean Metzinger, 1911
Les Demoiselles d’Avignon by Pablo Picasso, 1907
Delicate Flower by Oleg Zhivetin
The Women of Algiers by Pablo Picasso, 1955
Gateway to Heaven Embellished Giclee by Oleg Zhivetin
ACTIVITY
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Recreating a
Famous Painting
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Instructions (No worksheet)
1. Select a famous painting.
2. Replicate the composition.
• Use yourself as the main subject.
• Dress and pose as closely as possible to the original
subject in the painting. You may use props.
• Set up a similar background to the painting. If physical
setup is challenging, consider using digital/editing tools to
enhance the accuracy.
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Sample Works:
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Instructions (No worksheet)
3. Place the reference painting
on the left, and your recreated
version on the right. Edit the Left Right
photo to include the name of the (Reference) (Your Version)
painting and your full name.
Title of the your name
painting, author,
and year (if applicable)
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Instructions (No worksheet)
4. Submission: A Google Form link will be provided for you to
upload your outputs/photos.
