Q3 CPAR WEEK 1

Contemporary Philippine Arts in the Regions (CPAR)

What is the difference?

In this lesson and in the more detailed history in the next, we will learn that the terms modern and contemporary refer to vastly different periods. Modern Art is not the same as Contemporary Art, although they could share some characteristics, sources and influences. (Datuin etal. 2016)

Context

It is the state or condition with which the art was originally made. Therefore, knowing the background or the factors influencing the creation of an art is its context.

Context gives the artist inspiration in making the art work and the viewer a general idea on how to view a particular artwork.

History and/or Chronology

Also known as Historical Context. It states that the characteristics, style, and the inherent meaning of the artwork is influenced by its position/location in history. Thus, arts vastly differ from period to period and from era to era.

Please analyze the figures and images on the following slides.

Style

Also known as Stylistic Context. It refers to the manner in which an artwork is portrayed and expressed. The manner of composition, form, and/or color differ from one art type to another.

Please analyze the figures and images on the following slides.

Culture

Also known as Cultural Context. It refers to the customs, beliefs, traditions and even the politics that shaped the artwork. The cultural backdrop of of Modern and Contemporary Art is somewhat related but has distinct characteristics unique to each art type.

Please analyze the figures and images on the following slides.

Conclusion:

Modern Art: is a type of art that flourished during the American Colonial Era until the early 70's.

while,

Contemporary Art: is the art of the present; ever-changing and always in flux​

Context gives the artist inspiration in making the art work and the viewer a general idea on how to view a particular artwork.

Assessment

Differentiate MODERN ART from CONTEMPORARY ART using the three contexts of Art Appreciation: HISTORY, STYLE and CULTURE. Write your answer in paragraph form (use your own words) or using a mind map or a graphic organizer of your choice. Submit your answer in jpeg format on our G-Classroom.

Context gives the artist inspiration in making the art work and the viewer a general idea on how to view a particular artwork.