ART
APPRECIATION
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Course Description
ART APPRECIATION ARTAPP030
Art Appreciation is a three- unit course that By means of an interdisciplinary approach (Humanities, History
develops students’ ability in appreciating, and Philosophy), this course will equip the students with a
analyzing, and criticizing works of art. This broader knowledge of the arts along with its practical,
course aims to provide an avenue for historical, philosophical and social importance which seeks to
college students to gain a better directly oppose the prevalent notion that “arts are only for
understanding and genuine appreciation of entertainment”. Hence, this course will explore the different
the arts. dimensions of arts in general, while steadfastly retaining the
Filipino cultural identity in all its diversity and richness.
Through lecture, research, and project making, it is expected that students must have
immersed into the realm of art. Such exposure would impel them to integrate the appreciation
of art and nature and environment for the protection and preservation of such in their pursuit
of knowledge to further humanize their lives.
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Course/Subject
Outcome
At the end of the course, the students should be
able to:
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Knowledge
“ 1. Understand the concept of art;
“ 2. Demonstrate an understanding
and appreciation of arts in general
including their function, value, and
historical significance;
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3. Define and demonstrate the
elements and principles of design;
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4. Explain and evaluate different
theories of art;
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5.Situate Philippine arts in the
global context;
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Skills
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1. Analyze and appraise works of art
based on their aesthetic value, historical
context, tradition, and social relevance;
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2. Curate and mount an art exhibit
(concept development, production
and post-production, marketing,
documentation, critiquing);
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3. Create, compose, and produce
unique and profound works of art;
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4. Utilize art for self-expression and
for promoting advocacies;
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Values
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1. Deepen their sensitivity to self,
community, and society;
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2. Discover and deepen their identity
through art with respect to their
nationality, culture, and religion; and
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3.Develop an appreciation towards
the local arts.
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Contact hours
54 hours
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COURSE OUTLINE
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO HUMANITIES and ARTS
A. The Meaning of the Humanities
1. The Content of Humanities
2. The Background of Humanities
3. The Humanities and the Sciences
B. The Meaning of Art
C. The Importance of Studying Humanities
D. The Nature of Art
E. The Subject of Art
1. Subject Defined
2. Types of Arts Based on Subject
3. Manners of Representing Subjects
4. Kinds of Subjects
5. Subject and Content
F. The Functions of Art
1. General Functions
2. Specific Functions
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 2 THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF VISUAL ARTS
A. Prehistoric Period
B. Greek Period
C. Medieval Period
D. Islamic Period
E. Renaissance Period
F. Mannerism Period
G. Baroque Period
H. Rococo Period
I. Neo- Classicism Period
J. Romanticism Period
K. Realist and Naturalist Period
L. Impressionist Period
M. Modern Period
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 3 THE ARTIST AND THE ARTISAN: ITS MEDIUM,
TECHNIQUES, AND CREATIVE PROCESS
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 4 THE DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 5 THE APPLIED ARTS
A. Paper Art/Paper Folding
B. Embroidery Art
C. Carving
D. Pottery
E. Fashion Art
F. Furniture
G. Handicraft
H. Goldsmith
I. Computer Design
J. Interior Design
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Course Outline
CHAPTER 6 DRAWING APPRECIATION
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Source and Further Readings
Source:
Autida, M. A. B and Aller, E. B. (2018). Arts and Humanities in the 21st Century Education
Art Appreciation. Cavite: San Sebastian Recoletos de Cavite (Recoletos
Educational Apostolate in the Philippines).
Further Readings:
Ortiz, M. A. R. et al. (1978). Art Perception and Appreciation. Manila:
University of the East.
Menoy, J. Z. (2014). Introduction to the HUMANITIES: A Holistic Approach,
Revised ed. Mandaluyong City: Books Atbp. Publishing Corp.
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Course Requirement
A two-minute video showcasing
your artistic talent in any form
(Literature, The Visual Arts, The
Graphic Arts, The Plastic Arts, The
Decorative Arts, The Performing
Arts, Music, and Architecture)
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THANK YOU
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