Menchie P.

Virtusio
PETE 1202
Assessment 1

Ang Kiukok’s Pieta

1. What do you think is the meaning behind the piece Pieta by Ang Kiukok?

This is a very specific version of Christ's Lamentation. It means that Christ is at

peace, but there is pain all around him in deeper emotions. This piece implies
that there is still hope in the gloomy times that can assist us to keep going and
help others to rekindle their trust in God since there is also compassion and
devotion at the same time.
2. Why do you think the artist made such artwork?

Through his artwork, the artist attempted to portray his emotional quality.
Anguish, sadness, and pain were all expressed in this piece of art. He wanted
the viewers to understand and feel the genuine significance of his work.

3. Were you affected by this artwork? In what way?

Yes, this artwork had an effect on me. It made me realize that being in agony
isn't the end of everything since there's always a way out. There was a person
who hugged God close in order for him to feel as if he had someone who cared
about him, just as there was in this artwork. This work of art evoked a wide
 range of feelings in me, including despair, anger, love, and faith, all of which
compel me to fully understand its actual meaning.

4. Do you think that the artist was successful in conveying the message to his
viewers? Why? Why not?

Because he highlights the primary point of his artwork, the artist was effective
in expressing the message to his viewers. His goal was to make sure that the
audience felt exactly what he wanted them to feel. His artworks' colors and
details spoke to the message he was trying to express. It is not difficult to
completely understand its message; viewers simply need to think beyond its
outward appearance to grasp its importance.

5. Will you take a second look at this painting should you be given the chance to
visit an art gallery where it shall be featured and displayed? Why? Why not?

Yes, of course! In an art gallery where it is showcased and presented, it will be

a tremendous joy to take a second look at it. To begin with, being presented in
an art gallery indicates that the artwork is truly outstanding and has a significant
impression on those who are blessed enough to see it. It takes more than one
look at a remarkable work of art to completely understand its essence. It's a
wonderful opportunity to not only look at it but also to learn from it.