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    READING VISUAL ARTS

    Inst. Phaebe Jane A. Silvano


    UNIT I: THE
    IMPORTANCE OF
    VISUAL ARTS
    At the end of the course, the students should be able
    to:

     discuss the relevance of having an in-depth understanding of reading visual


    arts as a student and as a future professional;
     explain the basic terms involved in reading visual arts; and
     identify the importance and purpose of visual arts in real-life situations.
    Defining Visual art and Reading Visual Arts

    Visual Art Reading Visual Arts


    • an art form that is seen  Ability to read, analyze, and critique works of
    • Painting, drawing, printmaking, visual arts
    sculpture, ceramics, photography,
     Reading is the process of forming a
    video making, filmmaking, design,
    crafts, and architecture are forms perception based on the imagery, form, and
    of visual arts. language text through reader’s experience
    (Cramer, Ortlieb, and Cheek 2007).
     Visual reading is the ability to find meaning
    through imagery.
    Purposes of Visual Arts

     Ceremonial purposes – celebrate an event, a season, or an era; something


    significant in terms of worship or culture.
    Ex. adornments on religious scrolls, vessels, masks
     Artistic expression – for self-expression; arts can convey emotions,
    experiences, and ideas.
    Ex. photography, performing arts, painting
     Narrative purposes – used to tell a story; to illustrate and describe
    experiences and communicate ideas.
    Ex. The painting, The Expulsion of Heliodorus form the Temple
     Functional visual arts – to beautify things that can be used in everyday life

    Ex. tables, chairs, lamps, lights, crafted furniture


    Cont.

     Persuasive arts – to promote philosophies, products, ideas, ideologies,


    goals and designs
    Ex. advertising material, propaganda, marketing products
     Conveyance of beauty – represents beauty for its own sake

    Ex. any art that represents beauty for its own sake
    Why do we need to study Art?

     To develop self-exploration and self-expression


     To understand varied cultures
     To develop strong analytical abilities
     To develop better interpersonal and intrapersonal skills
     To enhance communication skills
     To develop higher-order skills
     To help in conceptualizing, problem-solving, and critical thinking
     To develop self-discipline
     To adapt and be creative
    Activity: Looking and Responding
    Print out a portrait of
    yourself and bring this
    portrait to the class.
    Describe what you see in the
    portrait.

    image @ google.com images


    UNIT SUMMARY:
    Visual arts benefits the emotional well-being and academic progress
    of an individual. It creates a deep sense of satisfaction. Art helps
    with self-expression, enhances creativity, and develops critical
    thinking skills, discipline, communication skills, and analytical skills.
    It creates creativity and helps in understanding varied cultures. It
    helps in conceptualizing and developing language. Because it
    evokes emotions, it is vital to human development.

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