CPAR | Lesson 2

• What is the main subject of every work of art?

  Every work of art has a subject.
• What do the lyrics of a song often express?

  A song may contain lyrics of devotion directed to a certain person.
• What can a novel discuss in terms of subject matter?

  A novel may talk about the results of war.
• What can a painting depict in terms of subject matter?

  A painting may show a scene in nature.
• What is the core of every work of art regardless of its period?

  Every work of art has a subject, the very core of its conception.
• How is a subject defined in the context of art?

  A subject or topic is any person, animal, thing, or issue that is described or represented in a work.
• What question does the subject of a work of art typically generate?

  It usually generates the question, "What is it?"
• How does subject differ from theme in art?

  Subject is different from theme; theme is the recurring idea or element in a work of art.
• What does the theme of a work of art refer to?

  The theme refers to the ideas, thoughts, and feelings of the artist.
• What is an example of realistic art?

  Artworks with subjects that are recognizable are called realistic, representational, or objective art.
• What is the first style of depicting a subject in visual design?

  The first style is realism, where the subject is done the way it actually looks.
• Who is an example of an artist known for realism?

  An example of realism is the painting of Araceli Dans.
• What is the second style of depicting a subject in visual design?

  The second style is distortion, where the artist alters the subject according to their desire.
• What is a form of distortion in art?

  A stylized work is a form of distortion, like Norma Belleza's painting.
• What is abstraction in art?

  Abstraction is when the artist breaks apart a subject and rearranges it in a different manner.
• Who innovated the style of abstraction in the early 1900s?

  Pablo Picasso innovated the style of abstraction in the early 1900s.
• What is non-objectivism in art?

  Non-objectivism is when there is totally no subject at all, just an interplay of pure elements like line, shape, or color.
• Who is an example of an artist known for non-objectivism?

  A good example of non-objectivism is the painting by Roberto Chabet.
• How have contemporary Filipino artists responded to their historical influences?

  Contemporary Filipino artists are veering away from colonial influences while accepting them as part of the Philippines' historical identity.
• What subjects continue to be favored in visual arts?

  Some subjects favored are still life, landscapes, genre scenes, portraits, and Philippine fiestas and landmarks.
• What additional subjects are favored in Filipino visual arts?

  Additional subjects include those concerning superstitions and the supernatural.
• How do the elements of art vary across different regions?

  Art forms in different regions vary in subject, theme, style, medium, and technique.
• What influences the arts in the Philippines?

  The arts share the same tradition and influences from over four centuries of history.
• Why is it important to know the elements of art?

  These elements are the basic tools of expression in any art form.
• What does space refer to in visual arts?

  Space in visual arts can be defined as a void, an emptiness which can either be positive or negative.
• What is positive space in visual arts?

  Positive space refers to a space enclosed in a shape.
• What is negative space in visual arts?

  Negative space denotes the opposite of positive space.
• How is line defined in visual arts?

  Line is the extension of a point, a short or long mark drawn or carved on a surface.
• What does line suggest in visual arts?

  Line suggests direction (vertical, horizontal, diagonal) and character (jagged, curved, series of dots or broken lines).
• What forms when the ends of a line meet?

  When the ends of a line meet, they form a shape.
• How can shape be described in visual arts?

  Shape can be described as a figure separate from its surrounding area and can be geometric or organic.
• What is the difference between shape and form?

  Shape is two-dimensional, while form is three-dimensional.
• What are examples of 2-D shapes?

  Examples of 2-D shapes include triangle, rectangle, circle, octagon, square, pentagon, hexagon, and semicircle.
• What are examples of 3-D shapes?

  Examples of 3-D shapes include cube, cuboid, cone, cylinder, sphere, and prism.
• What is color in visual arts?

  Color is a sensation created by visible wavelengths of light caught in a prism.
• How does color affect art?

  Color creates a mood or tone in a work of art.
• What does value refer to in visual arts?

  Value is the degree of lightness and darkness of a color.
• How is texture defined in visual arts?

  Texture is the surface of an artwork and can be actual or tactile or simulated.
• Why are the elements of art important?

  They are the basic tools of expression in any art form and help convey feelings or mood.