LESSON 1 Flashcards
in arts refers to the main idea that
is represented in the artwork; essence of
the piece.
Subject
To determine subject matter in a particular
piece of art, one may be guided by the
questions:
What is actually depicted in this artwork?
- What is the artist trying to express to the
world… What is his or her message?
- And how are they conveying that
message?
2 types of Subject
Representational Art
Non representational Art
also known as
figurative art
- Clearly identifiable as something, which already
exists in life.
- Does not need to be completely realistic depiction
of the subject
- Refers to painting or sculpture that clearly
recognizable for what it claims to be.
- These images may not always be portrayed as true
to life in color or position, they are still
recognizable to the viewer.
Ex. Planting Rice by Fernando Amorsolo and Monalisa
Representational Art
also known as
non-objective; Abstract art, non-figurative
-Refers to compositions which do not rely on
representation or mimesis to any extent.
- Highly subjective and can be difficult to define.
- Refers to painting or sculpture that clearly recognizable
for what it claims to be.
- We can focus on the elements of the artwork (form,
shape, line, color, space, and texture) in terms of the aesthetic value of the work, but the meaning will always be
personal to the viewer unless the artist has made a
statement about his or her intentions.
Ex. Composition VII by Wassily Kandinski
Non representational Art
