CPAR 1.3 (THREE KEY ELEMENTS) Flashcards
- It is the surface feature of an
artwork. - It does not have anything to do
with the art’s in-depth
meaning
form
tonal variation,
contrast, harmony, coolness, warmth,
opacity, translucence, etc
the color
used to construct the work
the material or medium
curved, angular, directional,
repetitive, flowing, irregular, etc
the use of line
Whether it is rough, smooth,
tactile, repellent, viscous, fluid
etc.
the texture or surface of the work
the way the space is organized or how the elements are put together
the composition of the work
it is monumental, miniature,
intimate, imposing etc
the scale or dimensions
has four basic
forms; tragedy,
comedy, drama,
and melodrama.
theater
Form also exists in
literature, ranging
from prose, drama,
to poetry.
literature
the length of time the viewer is expected to engage with it - particularly significant for timed-based work such as video and
performance.
the duration of a work
It is what the artwork is
about. contains the subject
matter that carries the
message of the work.
content
- helps us to understand the meaning of a
work of art - In the arts, refers to the varied situations in
which the works have been produced or
interpreted.
context
is the personal type, for it
concerns the sentiments of the
artist – his beliefs, values,
interests, attitudes, and
emotions
primary context
2 kinds of context in the arts:
- primary
- secondary
refers to the place or period in
which the artist has made his
work: the social, political, and
economic environment he is in;
his or his society’s religious and
philosophical convictions; the climate and geography of the area in which the work is
made; and his purpose in creating the artwork
secondary context
As word it self suggest,
art can be done as
aid to memory
contemporary art as remembrance
Art can provide
escape from
everyday concern,
problems and
challenges. Through
art we can satisfy
and enjoy our life
contemporary art for pleasure
Artist may create art to
express spiritual
belief.
contemporary art as spirituality
Artist earn a living
through their art. Art
has economic value
contemporary art as profession
Many art have a
persuasive and
ideological
function.
contemporary art as persuasion
Art fulfill an expressive
function when an
artist convey
information about
his/her personality,
feelings or world
view
contemporary art as self expression
