SDO MALABON CITY

MAPEH
SELF-LEARNING MODULES
THIRD QUARTER
ARTS
 ARTS 9- QUARTER 3 WEEK 1
CHARACTERISTICS OF NEOCLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC ARTS

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to analyze art elements and
principles in the production of work following the style of a western and classical art.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

Elements Neoclassical Romantic

Lines Linear style (outlines are sharply Painterly style (brushstrokes are
defined through controlled less restrained
brushstrokes)
Texture Smooth, no brushstrokes can be Often has visible brushstrokes
seen
Value Order, solemnity Intuition, emotion, imagination
Tone Calm, rational Subjective, spontaneous,
nonconformist
Technique Stressed drawings with lines, not Unrestrained, rich color; visible
color; no trace of brushstrokes brushstrokes
Subject Greek and Roman mythology Legends, exotica, nature, violence
Composition Most figures in foreground Use of diagonal, crowded
compositions
Purpose Morally uplifting, inspirational Dramatic, carry viewer away
Inspiration Classical Rome, patriotism, courage, Subjective, spontaneous,
honor nonconformist

ACTIVITY: Inspired!

Directions: Paint or sketch an illustration showing the ideas of Neoclassical or Romantic

painting. Observe the usage and application of the elements of arts.

Materials: • Oslo paper • art and coloring materials

Reflection Questions:
1. What is the subject of your artwork?
2. Why did you choose this subject?
3. How did you apply the elements of art as to line, color, and texture?
4. What did you feel while doing your artwork?

REMEMBER
Neoclassical and Romantic styles are very different from each other through its
elements and principle of art.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Write N if the statement is Neoclassical characteristics and R if Romantic.
____1. This period uses linear style.
____2. Most of the figures is in foreground.
____3. It was inspired by Greek and Roman mythology.
____4. The purpose of this artwork is dramatic.
____5. This period uses stressed lines, not color and no trace of brushstrokes.
 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 2
NEOCLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC ARTIST AND THEIR ARTWORKS

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to identify representative artists
from various art periods.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

The greatest artist of Neoclassical and Romantic art periods and their artworks a
contribution in the world.
Artist of Neoclassical Period Artworks
JACQUES-LOUIS DAVID (1748-1825) • The Death of Marat
• Napoleon Crossing the
Alps
• Oath of the Horatii
JEAN-AUGUSTE-DOMINIQUE INGRES (1780-1867) • Portrait of Napoleon on
the Imperial Throne
• The Apotheosis of
Homer
Artist of Romantic Period
JEAN LOUIS THÉODORE GÉRICAULT (1791-1824) • The Raft of the Medusa
• Charging Chasseur
• Insane Woman
EUGÈNE DELACROIX (1798-1863) • Liberty Leading the
. People
FRANCISCO GOYA (1746-1828) • The Third of May
• Saturn Devouring Son
• The Burial of Sardine
ACTIVITY: MATCHING TYPE
Directions: Match column A to column B. Write the letter of the correct answer on the
space provided.
A B
___1. Saturn Devouring Son a. Eugene Delacroix
___2. The Raft of Medusa b. Francisco Goya
___3. Liberty Leading the People c.Jean-Auguste Dominique Ingres
___4. The Death of Marat d. Jacques Louis David
___5. Portrait of Napoleon on the Imperial Throne e. Jean Louis Gericault
f. Fernando Amorsolo
REMEMBER
Neoclassical and Romantic artist express emotions to its own style and technique in art.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Fill in the box with 3 things you have learned today.
 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 3
ROMANTIC PAINTING

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to reflect on and derive the mood,
idea, or message from selected artworks.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

Landscape painting depicts the physical world that surrounds us and includes
features such as mountains, valleys, vegetation, and bodies of water. The sky is another
important element shaping the mood of landscape paintings. Landscape art ranges from
highly detailed and realistic to impressionistic, romantic and idealized. Famous landscape
artists during the Romantic Period: 1. Théodore Rousseau 2. Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot
They were members of the Barbizon School (a circle of artists who held meetings in the
village of Barbizon) that led the Romantic landscape painting in France.

ACTIVITY: Let’s Reflect

Directions: Analyze the picture and answer the reflective questions.

Reflective questions:
1. What can you say about the Romantic Period?
2. What are the characteristics of the Romantic
paintings?
3. What are the ideas or themes that were portrayed in
their art?
4. How do the artists convey their ideas in their art?

LANDSCAPE WITH A PLOWMAN

(T. Rousseau)
REMEMBER
Romantic period landscape painting depicts the physical world that surrounds us.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Fill in the chart below.
3-2-1 Activity

3 things I learned

2 things I found interesting

1 question I still have

 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 4
CHARACTERISTICS OF NEOCLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC SCULPTURE

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to compare the characteristics of
artworks produced in the Neoclassic and Romantic periods.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

The distinct characteristics of Neoclassical and Romantic sculpture.
Neoclassical Romantic
Neoclassicism: Reason Romantic: Passion
Nature is defined as human nature Nature is defined as natural
environment
Society more important than Individual more important than
individual society
Imitation Originality
Tradition Experimentation
Rules and Order Freedom
Mechanical Form (imposed from Organic form (growing from inside)
outside )
Logic Intuition
Reason Imagination, emotion
Objective Subjective
Landscape Untouched nature
Constraint Spontaneity
Conformity Independence, rebellion

ACTIVITY: Venn Diagram

Directions: Using a Venn diagram, compare the two artworks of Neoclassical and Romantic
sculpture.

REMEMBER
Neoclassicism and Romanticism contrast with each other. They both show
distinct characteristics that can be seen through the artworks.

CHEKING YOUR UNDER STANDING

Directions: Fill in the chart below.
3-2-1 Activity

3 things I learned 2 things I found 1 question I still have

interesting
 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 5
CREATE ARTWORKS OF NEOCLASSICAL OR ROMANTIC PAINTING
EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to create artworks guided by
techniques and styles of the Neoclassic and Romantic period.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

In the previous lesson, you have learned that Neoclassicism and Romanticism differ
from each other, but they both inspire people through the art pieces which great artists have
done. A painting expresses ideas and educates us through the message the image has.
Neoclassical art pieces such as paintings, sculpture and architecture generally
portrayed Roman history which elevated the Roman heroes. It characterized by portrayal
of Roman history, formal composition, the use of diagonals to show the peak of an emotion
or moment (versus a regular moment), local color, overall lighting, and classic geo-
structure. Romanticism was a reaction to the classical, contemplative nature of
Neoclassical pieces. It characterized by shows the height of action, emotional extremes,
celebrated nature as out of control, dramatic compositions, and heightened sensation (life
and death moments).

ACTIVITY: “Up-to-Date”
Directions: Draw or paint an artwork in the style of Neoclassicism or Romanticism which
promotes “peace”, “saving the earth”, “gender equality” or any other issues that
you might think about. Give a title and a short description about your work.
Materials: - Bond paper / Oslo, drawing and/or painting materials
Rubrics
Criteria 5 4 3 2
QUALITY OF Applied the techniques Applied 3-4 Applied 2-1 Techniques and style
ARTWORK and styles of techniques and styles techniques and of Neoclassical and
Neoclassical or of Neoclassical or styles of Romantic period is
Romantic period. Romantic period. Neoclassical and not evident.
Romantic period
VISUAL IMPACT Artwork was beautifully Artwork was somehow Artwork was okay Artwork was not
presented. beautifully presented but with some faults presentable
PUNCTUALITY Artwork was submitted Artwork was Artwork was Artwork was
on time submitted 1 day late submitted 2 days late submitted 3 days late
NEATNESS Artwork presentation Artwork presentation Artwork presentation Artwork presentation
was neat and orderly was mostly neat and was somehow neat was disorderly
orderly and orderly

REMEMBER
Neoclassicism and Romanticism paintings differ from each other and express
ideas and educates us through the message the image conveys.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Complete the statement below.
I learned that________________________________________________.
 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 6
ICONIC ARTIST IN NEOCLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC PERIOD

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to describe the influence of iconic
artist belonging to the Neoclassic and Romantic periods.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

Art forms of the Neoclassic Period were produced in the late 18th century. These
artworks are influenced by Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome. Some of the famous artists
of the Neoclassic Period are J.A.D. Ingres, Jacques-Louis David, Robert Smirke, Robert
Adam, Antonio Canova, Jean-Antoine Houdon, and Bertel Thorvaldsen. Neoclassic style
is highly visible in paintings, sculptures, and architectures of the 18th century.
Romanticism is highly contrasted with Neoclassicism. It is a reaction to the
classical, contemplative nature of Neoclassical pieces. It seeks modernism and expresses
emotion through art. Famous artists in this era were Jean Louis Théodore Géricault ,
Eugène Delacroix , Francisco Goya, François Rude and Antoine-Louis Barye. Landscape
painting became more popular due to the peoples’ romantic adoration of nature. Théodore
Rousseau and Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot led the Romantic landscape painting in
France.
Gothic Revival architectural movement began in the late 1740s in England. It
became widely used for churches and civic buildings throughout the West, especially in
Great Britain and the United States.

ACTIVITY: Picture Analysis

Directions: Describe the selected artwork of Neoclassical or Romantic period using the
guide questions below.

Reflection Questions:
1. List down 3 things that you observed in the picture
2. Describe how were the elements and principles of
arts used in the artwork?
3. What is the influence of the artist in Neoclassical or
Romantic period?

REMEMBER
Neoclassicism and Romanticism differ from each other, but they both inspire people
through the art pieces they have created.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: List down 3 local artforms that has Neoclassical or Romantic influences.
1.
2.
3.
 ARTS 9 QUARTER 3 – WEEK 7
EVALUATING THE NEOCLASSICAL AND ROMANTIC ARTS
EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to evaluate works of art in
terms of artistic concept s and ideas using criteria from the Neoclassic and Romantic
periods.
BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON
Neoclassicism and Romanticism contrast with each other. They both show distinct
characteristics that can be seen through the artworks. Art forms of the Neoclassic Period
were produced in the late 18th century. These artworks are influenced by Ancient Greece
and Ancient Rome. Neoclassic style is highly visible in paintings, sculptures and
architecture of the 18th century. Romanticism is highly contrasted with Neoclassicism. It
is a reaction to the classical, contemplative nature of Neoclassical pieces. It seeks
modernism and expresses emotion through art.
Activity: LET’s ANALYZE!
Directions: Analyze the picture below and check whether the characteristic of
Neoclassical art is evident or not evident in the artform.

Characteristics Evident Not Evident

portrayal of Roman history

formal composition

the use of diagonals to

show the peak of an
emotion or moment

overall lighting

classic geo-structure

REMEMBER
Neoclassicism and Romanticism arts have distinct characteristics in expressing
emotions in painting, sculpture, and architecture.

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Fill in the box with the 3 things you have learned today.
 ARTS 9- QUARTER 3 WEEK 8
NEOCLASSICISM AND ROMANTICISM IN THE PHILIPPINES

EXPECTATION
After going through this module, you are expected to show the influences of the
Western Classical art traditions to Philippine art form.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION OF THE LESSON

Here in the Philippines, the ideology of Neoclassicism and Romanticism can be seen
through various major artworks such as paintings, sculptures, and architectural structures.
Some of the well-known contributing artists express their skills and ideas in their own
respective field of specialization.

Artist Artwork
FÉLIX RESURRECCIÓN HIDALGO Y PADILLA (1855- The Christian Virgins being
1913) was one of the great Filipino painters of the late 19th exposed to the populace.
century who was significant in the Philippine history for
inspiring members of the Philippine reform movement.
JUAN LUNA Y NOVICIO(1857-1899) was a painter and Spoliarium
sculptor, who became one of the first recognized Philippine
artists. He was also a political activist of the Philippine
Revolution during the late 19th century.
FERNANDO CUETO AMORSOLO (1892-1972) Planting Rice with Mayon
was a National Artist in Painting. He was a portraitist and Volcano
painter of rural Philippine landscapes, and he was popularly
known for his craftsmanship and mastery of the use of light.
GUILLERMO ESTRELLA TOLENTINO (1890–1976) Oblation of the University of
is a Filipino sculptor who was named National Artist for the the Philippines
Visual Arts in 1973, and is hailed as the “Father of Philippine Pambansang Bantayog ni
Andres Bonifacio
Arts.”
NAPOLEÓN ISABELO VELOSO ABUEVA is a National Siyam na Diwata
artist for Sculpture. He was entitled as the "Father of Modern
Philippine Sculpture". He has been the only Boholano to be
given the distinction of National Artist of the Philippines in
the field of Visual Arts.

ACTIVITY: Explore!
Directions: Look for one (1) painting, sculpture or architecture that resembles the styles of
Neoclassicism or Romanticism in the Philippines. Research about its history
and explain its characteristics.

Reflection Questions:
1. How did you identify the artwork?
2. What are the characteristics of the artwork that make it a part of such art movement?
3. Why do you think it is important to value the artwork and art movements from the past
eras?

CHECKING YOUR UNDERSTANDING

Directions: Complete the statement below.

I learned that_______________________________________________________.