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What is a major hurdle in engaging with artwork?

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The notion that one must extract a specific image, isolate the artist’s intention, and unearth a particular meaning to appreciate art.

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What is the primary stage of engaging with art?

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Perception, beginning through looking at the artwork.

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It influences how details are perceived and interpreted based on the viewer’s mood, education, and background.

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Subjectivity

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What are the three basic components of art?

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Subject, Content, and Form.

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Art that refers to objects or events in the real world, often termed figurative art.

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Representational Art

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Give an example of representational art.

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The ‘Mona Lisa’ by Leonardo da Vinci.

This painting is based on a real person.

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Art that does not reference the real world, such as the works of Jackson Pollock.

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Non-Representational

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It is a departure from reality, while non-representational art is a complete severance from the world.

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Abstract art

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Who was a proponent of non-representational art?

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Russian artist Vasily Kandinsky.

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What is the significance of nature in art?

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Nature serves as a source of inspiration for artists, depicting elements like plants, animals, and landscapes.

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Which artists are known for their landscapes and seascapes?

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Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Camille Pissaro, Paul Cezanne, and JMW Turner.

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What does Greek and Roman mythology offer to art?

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Episodes that transport viewers to heroic encounters and themes of vanity and beauty.

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What is the belief system in Greek and Roman mythology?

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Polytheism, the belief in multiple gods and goddesses.

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What is the Judeo-Christian tradition in art?

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Art influenced by the belief in a single creator, known as monotheism.

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What is an example of Judeo-Christian art?

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The frescoes in the Sistine Chapel created by Michelangelo.

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What significant events influence art?

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Historical breakthroughs and advancements, such as the discovery of fire and the sun-centered universe.

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What is factual meaning in art?

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The most basic level of meaning derived from identifiable forms in the artwork.

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What is conventional meaning in art?

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The acknowledged interpretation of artwork using established motifs, signs, and symbols.

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What is subjective meaning in art?

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Meaning derived from the viewer’s personal circumstances and experiences.

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What does Michelangelo’s ‘Creation of Adam’ illustrate?

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It can be interpreted through various levels of meaning, including biblical context and conventional meanings.

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What did Robert Henri state about art?

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Art is the province of every human being and is about doing things well.

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What is the significance of creativity in the 21st Century?

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It is a type of knowledge that fuels the post-capitalist society.

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What did Jerry Saltz assert about early artists?

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They invented a way to represent the three-dimensional world in two dimensions.

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What is the role of artisans in art?

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Artisans develop skills and expertise through guilds, contributing to the preservation and creation of art.

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What is the significance of Gothic cathedrals?
They are appreciated for their historical significance and aesthetic characteristics.
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Who was Albrecht Durer?
A Renaissance artist known for his travels and publications on practical skills for artisans.
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What did Filipino artisans learn during the Spanish colonial period?
They learned to depict religious images and scenes, often commissioned by Spanish friars.
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What is Project Kisame?
A collective endeavor to promote and document ceiling paintings in churches in the Philippines.
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What is the Church of the Most Holy Trinity known for?
Its trompe l’oeil ceiling paintings and designation as a National Historical Landmark.
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What is Damian Domingo known for?
Establishing the Academia de Dibujo, which specialized in teaching the miniaturismo style of painting.
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What is the Miniaturismo style in art?
Miniaturismo style is an art showing a person in a serious motive and outlook while holding an object that tells about his/her power and status of living.
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What milestone did artists achieve by affixing their mark on paintings?
Artists claiming authorship for their works by affixing their mark onto the surfaces of their paintings was a big milestone in the history of the artist.
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What is the significance of the artist's studio?
The studio is a very personal space for the artist, serving as an extension of the artist himself and a site for negotiations and work with patrons.
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What are the two work stations in an artist's studio?
The two work stations are the studiolo and the bottega, with the bottega being where the work usually happened.
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How did academies and art salons in France contribute to art?
Academies and art salons became popular as they supported the production of art and the discourse around them.
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What changes occurred during the Industrial Revolution that affected artists?
The Industrial Revolution released artists from limitations, including the availability and portability of materials, and reduced reliance on wealthy patrons.
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What did artists begin to question in the latter part of the 1800s?
Artists began to question the merits of stringent artistic training and education.
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What was the state of art in the 1900s?
In the 1900s, art was liberated from the traditions of the past, allowing artists to articulate their distinct aesthetic.
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What is the art world according to Howard Becker?
The art world refers to a sophisticated network of relationships and exchanges involving numerous people who (re)define and circulate the cultural category of art.
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What role do commercial market platforms play in the art world?
Commercial market platforms imply that the art world relies on professionalized, stratified, and monetized skills.
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What are some administrative roles in the art world?
Administrative roles include working boards, directors, assistant directors, managing curators, and other posts focused on management and operations of art spaces.
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What is the role of a curator?
The role of a curator involves interpreting and developing artwork or collections, establishing significance, and deciding on display and layout.
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What is the function of buyers in the art world?
Buyers assess and oversee the sale of artwork on behalf of collectors.
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How do collectors influence the art world?
Collectors can shape an artist's career and influence museum collections through their knowledge and support.
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What is the role of art dealers?
Art dealers distribute and circulate artworks through various means, including direct sales and auction houses.
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How do museums and galleries differ in their purpose?
Museums display artworks for public education and appreciation, while galleries display artworks for sale.
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What are the three stages of the production process in art?
The production process consists of preproduction, production, and postproduction.
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What happens during the preproduction stage?
The preproduction stage begins when the artist has an idea to express or communicate.
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What occurs during the production stage?
The production stage involves the execution of ideas from the preproduction stage in various art forms.
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What is involved in the postproduction stage?
The postproduction stage involves deciding how the finished artwork will be circulated and presented to the public.
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What is meant by medium in art?
Medium refers to the mode of expression through which the concept or message of the artwork is conveyed.
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What does technique in art indicate?
Technique shows the artist's familiarity with the medium and may require additional tools or considerations of time and site.
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What role do exhibitions play in the art world?
Exhibitions act as a catalyst for art and ideas, making them relevant and accessible to contemporary audiences.
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How do exhibitions facilitate interaction in the art world?
Exhibitions create opportunities for different roles in the art world to meet, interact, and discuss.
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What are some other opportunities for art engagement?
Other opportunities include classroom instruction, studio visits, lectures, workshops, auction sales, and art fairs.
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What are the two major awards for artists in the Philippines?
The two major awards are the Orden ng Pambansang Alagad ng Sining and Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan.
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What is the Order of National Artists?
It is the highest national recognition for significant contributions to Philippine arts, administered by the NCAA and CCP.
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What are some benefits of receiving the Order of National Artists?
Benefits include rank and title, medallion, cash awards, state funeral, and recognition at cultural events.
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What is the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan?
It is an award created in 1992 to honor outstanding artists in various traditional artistic expressions.
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What incentives do recipients of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan receive?
Incentives include a gold medallion, cash grants, monthly stipends, and medical benefits.

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