ART APP: PART 2 Flashcards
refers to what the work represents
Subject
The artworks that have subjects are called
representational or objective arts
Artworks that do not have subjects are known as
non-representational or non-objective arts
do not present descriptions, stories of references to identifilable objects or symbols. Rather, they appeal directly to the senses primarily because of the organization of their expressive elements.
Non-objective arts
This is the most popular source of objective art
Nature
whether real or imagined, are the most interesting. Works can range from a single subject to a group. They can be in a perpetual pose or performing tasks of everyday
People
works depict real events which are verifiable facts that occurred in the past.
History
The purpose of such works are either to commemorate events or to teach history to the viewers
History
Artworks based on this present to viewers of the art something tangible even when unverified. Art brings ‘life’ to these stories
Legends
These artworks are based on the sacred texts: The Holy Bible Christianity, the Quran of Islam and the Torah of Judaism. Many artworks used beautiful stories in these sacred texts to convey their beliefs.
Religion
Artworks can also be based on the stories The Buddha of the gods and of Ancient Greece, Rome, Celts, Norse and the Egyptians. These deities are goddess depicted in human or animal forms and present human like behavior
Mythology
The intrigue of the unconscious also inspires artists to present it through art for others to see, relate and interpret. Artists believe that the content of the unconscious should be shared for others to know and may be understand
Dreams and Fantasy
The modern era with its tall buildings and amazing machines are also subject matter for the artist. Cityscapes, airplanes, cars, ships, motorcycles and robotic technology are objects of interest.
Technology
SOURCES OF SUBJECT
- Nature
- People
- History
- Legends
- Religion
- Mythology
- Dreams and Fantasy
- Technology
these figures were made almost perfect to imbue them with a greater degree of stature and significance worthy of super beings. In this way, the imagery did not focus on the specific attributes of an individual but on the more universal characteristics of the human form as is accepted by the culture of the day
Naturalism
This depicts the artist’s attempt of portraying the subject as it is. This is the most popular way of presenting art subjects
Realism
means “to move away or to separate from.”
Abstract
subject presentation that moves away from reality, It involves the process of simplifying or reorganizing characteristics and elements of the work to adhere to the artist’s level of artistic expression.
Abstraction
This form of abstraction results when the figures have been so arranged that its proportions differ significantly from reality. This is manifested when the subject is misshapen or twisted out. This is done to dramatize the shape of a figure or to create a dramatic/ emotional effect
Distortion
In this type of abstraction, the subject is stretched vertically and/ or some parts lengthened to give the impression of thinness.
Elongation
This may not be so common in paintings but may be popular in other art forms (sculpture, theatre and film) Artists show subject as cut, lacerated, mutilated or hacked with repeated blows.
Mangling
Abstract form is presented through the use of figures: a cone, cylinder, sphere, triangle, square, cube, and circle in place of real pictorial elements.
Cubism
FORMS OF ABSTRACTION
- Distortion
- Elongation
- Mangling
- Cubism
defined as visible sign of something invisible such as an idea or quality.
Symbol
draws the viewers’ attention to what other message the artist may be trying to convey aside from what is obviously observed. This adds a mysterious quality to the artwork that invites viewers to uncover.
Symbolism or Symbol
literally means wild beasts.They used bright colors (that did not reflect reality) applied to a surface. For instance, they would present leaves as orange and the sky as bright yellow.
Fauvism
Leader that organized movement of Fauvism
Henri Matisse
is French for hobby horse.
Dada
This is an art movement that doesn’t follow the traditions and principles in art. It is a revolt against tradition and aims to show the wickedness of society.
Dadaism
This art movement began in Italy. Artists of this movement wanted their works to capture the speed and force of the modern industrial society. Their paintings and sculptures highlight the technologies of modern life.
Futurism
is an invented word for super realism.
Surrealism
Surrealism is an art movement began in Paris in 1924 by the French poet
Andre Breton
It emphasized the activities of the subconscious mind. Subjects in this kind of presentation attempt to show man’s inner mind and how he may perceive his outside world
Surrealism
believe that man needs spiritual rebirth for him to correct defects that ruin the society.
Expressionists
This style of art depicts the emotions aroused by objects and events. Subjects presented involve chaos, sadness, tragedy and defeat.
Expressionism
WAYS OF PRESENTING THE SUBJECT
- Naturalism
- Realism
- Abstraction
- Symbolism
- Fauvism
- Dadaism
- Futurism
- Surrealism
- Expressionism
