C P A R M O D U L E 1 0 :

CONTEMPORARY
ART PRACTICES
 OBJECTIVES:

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

1. identify the different contemporary practices and

production;
2. research on techniques and performance practices
applied to contemporary arts;
3. describe the different contemporary productions; and
4. reflect on the role of technology on the changes in the
process of producing art.
Contemporary art
practices refer to “the
wide spectrum of
creative practices of
artists currently working
in the art gallery,
museum, public space,
online, and multiple
other contexts of art
making and exhibition.”
SRISHTI INSTITUTE OF ART, DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
WHAT IS CONTEMPORARY ART?

Artists are not limited

on the conventionalized
forms of art; they
explore the transition
from the traditional to
contemporary art
practices with the use of
varying mediums and
techniques from the past
and new generations.
WHAT IS CONTEMPORARY ART?

With contemporary art

practices, artists now
challenge the existing
traditional social systems
and boundaries to go
beyond the boundaries
of the discipline.
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According to Michelle Watts as cited by Mendez, Jr. (2016), the
following are the characteristics of contemporary art practices:

1. Changes to Accepted Tradition and Accepted Taste

2. Understanding of a Multiplicity of Viewpoints
3. Issues and Ideas about the Role of Objects in Space and
Relationships between Objects
4. Use of Everyday Materials
5. Employment of Contemporary Technology
Changes to Accepted Tradition and Accepted Taste

Contemporary art tries

to challenge age-old
practices that hinder
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personal growth and

development. For
contemporary artists, art
should not be bound by
traditional approaches in
the creation of art.
Payatas (2012) | Oscar Villamiel
Changes to Accepted Tradition and Accepted Taste

Many visual artists are

now expanding their
expression in using mixed
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

media from unlikely

materials. Contemporary
artists are also not afraid
to create art that goes
against personal beliefs
and public taste.
Payatas (2012) | Oscar Villamiel
Understanding of a Multiplicity of Viewpoints

Contemporary art
bridges the gap of

CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

geography, ethnicity,
gender and beliefs.
Contemporary artists are
conscious of the diverse,
multicultural nature of
Ang Hari (1998) | Mark Justiniani
today’s global society.
Understanding of a Multiplicity of Viewpoints

The artworks that they create

are not anymore ignorant of

CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

the complexities of history,
politics, and economics.
Artists are becoming more
exposed to the
interconnectedness of people
and realities and these
Ang Hari (1998) | Mark Justiniani become part of their work.
 Issues and Ideas about the Role of Objects in
Space and Relationships between Objects

Contemporary art works

CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

with existing objects of

structure to maintain
balance and harmony. Space
has become an integral part
of the contemporary
artworks limited to
Chrysalis (2012) | Leeroy New
museums and galleries.
 Issues and Ideas about the Role of Objects in
Space and Relationships between Objects
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

Public spaces are

now considered by
contemporary
artists in the display
and installation of
their artwork. Chrysalis (2012) | Leeroy New
 Use of Everyday Materials
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

Wings (2009) | Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan

Contemporary art transforms simple objects and

brings them to life. Everyday objects such as
furniture, car parts, electronics, and kitchen
appliances are being transformed by contemporary
artists into beautiful artworks.
 Use of Everyday Materials
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

Wings (2009) | Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan

Recycle art has become a trend for

contemporary artists. The mass array of
materials from disposals gives artists room for
wild imagination.
Employment of Contemporary Technology
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

Contemporary art makes use of available

technology in the process of creating an artwork.
Technology has revolutionized the way the
contemporary artists produce art.

Manang Biring (2015) | Carl Joseph Papa

Employment of Contemporary Technology
CONTEMPORARY ART PRACTICES

The process involved in some art production has

become less tedious. An independent filmmaker
can now shoot a film using a powerful camera
phone. Musicians can now compose music using
tablet computers.

Manang Biring (2015) | Carl Joseph Papa

 THANK YOU!
MR. JONATHAN L. LINATOC
Senior High School Teacher

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Module 10: Contemporary Art Practices
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