ARTS AND HUMANITIES (PRELIM) Flashcards
The Impact of
Arts and Humanities
- Enriching Society
- Fostering Understanding
- Driving Progress
famous artists from the renaissance era
leonardo da vinci and michelangelo
Examples of Oceanic Art
Ancestral Figures, Masks and Headdresses, Body Ornamentation
Legacy of Pre-Columbian Art
Aztec Symbolism, Inca Architecture, Maya Craftsmanship
Key Role of Artists in Society:
cultural catalysts, cultural preservers, emotional
expressionists, and social commentators
Examples of Islamic Art
Geometric Patterns, Calligraphy, Arabesque, Architecture
events that contribute to Cross-Cultural Influences
in Art History
- Silk Road Exchange
- Colonial Encounters
- Modernist Movements
- Digital Age
Different art styles/movements in modern art
Impressionism
Post-Impressionism
Fauvism and Cubism
The ARTS involve the study of human culture, history,
and society. They include disciplines such as
philosophy, literature, history, and cultural studies.
humanities
Artists act as EMOTIONAL EXPRESSIONISTS when they
play a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage
through their work, ensuring that traditions and
historical knowledge are passed down through
generations.
Cultural Preservers
Artists become SOCIAL COMMENTATORS when they
critique and raise awareness about societal issues.
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Sparking change, challenging norms, and inspiring
progress are some of the many ways that artists do
when they play the role of CULTURAL CATALYSTS.
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The art movement that emphasized the conceptual
over the perceptual, influencing philosophical
approaches to art-making was called FAUVISM.
Cubism
It was during the period of the HIGH RENAISSANCE
that the concept of Humanism in art spread
throughout Europe, evolving into Mannerism and
influencing the development of Baroque art.
LATE RENAISSANCE
The wealthy Medici family’s patronage of the arts
played a crucial role in fostering the Renaissance
movement in FLORENCE
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The adoption of oil-based paints allowed for richer
colors, finer details, and more nuanced blending
techniques is called OIL PAINTING
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Mark Rothko and others explored large fields of
color called COLOR FIELD PAINTING to evoke emotional and spiritual responses in viewers.
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Comic book aesthetics, everyday objects as art, and
mass production and repetition are some of the
characteristics of CONTEMPORARY ART
Pop Art: Blurring High and Low Culture
Despite their diversity, many AFRICAN art forms share a common emphasis on harmony, balance, and the relationship between humans and nature.
Asian
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in
ISLAMIC art and architecture as a means of
promoting cultural understanding and dialogue.
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In Oceanic Art, ARABESQUE is a kind of textile art
made from beaten tree bark, and intricate weaving
techniques are used to create both everyday and
ceremonial objects, often adorned with symbolic
patterns.
Tapa Cloth
JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS are sculptures, often
made of stone or bronze, that are highly detailed and often depict deities, mythical creatures, or scenes
from Hindu mythology.
Indian Temple Sculptures
GLOBALIZATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES, continue to break down barriers. fostering unprecedented levels of cultural exchange and collaboration among artists from diverse backgrounds.
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PRE-COLUMBIAN ART is deeply rooted in spirituality
and functionality, often serving as a bridge between
the physical and spiritual realms,
African art
In many societies, MODERN art forms serve as
repositories of historical knowledge, spiritual
beliefs, and social values.
Traditional
The ARTS AND HUMANITIES , along with
the multifaceted roles of artists, significantly enrich our society and cultural landscape.
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The movement that was known for its unexpected
combinations of images and objects, creating
dreamlike and often unsettling scenes is called
IMPRESSIONISM
Juxtaposition
AFRICAN ART is characterized by its emphasis on non-
figurative designs, intricate geometric patterns, and
elaborate calligraphy.
ISLAMIC ART
The HUMANITIES involve the study of human culture,
history, and society. They include disciplines such
as philosophy, literature, history, and cultural
studies.
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Online platforms and virtual reality technologies
allow for immersive art experiences that transcend
physical limitations, making art LESS accessible to
global audiences.
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SURREALISM emphasized the conceptual over the
perceptual, influencing philosophical approaches
to art-making.
CUBISM
As EMOTIONAL EXPRESSIONISTS , artists initiate and
accelerate cultural shifts through their innovative
works and ideas.
cultural catalysts
OCEANIC ART encompasses the diverse artistic
traditions of the Pacific Islands, including Polynesia,
Melanesia, and Micronesia.
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The dramatic use of light and shadow to create
volume and depth, enhancing the emotional impact
of artworks is called CHIAROSCURO.
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The ARTS encompass creative and imaginative
expressions, including visual arts, performing arts, and literary arts. They focus on aesthetic
experiences and emotional responses.
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Artists like Jackson Pollock developed ACTION PAINTING, emphasizing the physical act of painting
and the artist’s gestures.
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One significant aspect of ISLAMIC ART is the
preservation and continuation of traditional
techniques alongside
the development
of
contemporary forms.
ASIAN ART
