HUMANITIES

ART
APPRECIATION
WHY WE STUDY HUMANITIES?

– The term “Humanities” originated from the Renaissance

Latin expression studia
– Humanitatis or study of humanitas which refers to
“culture, refinement, education”.
Meaning & Importance of Art

– Art is a subject under Humanities. There is no

universal definition of art since art is subjective. It
is subjective in the sense that people differ in
their perception of an object or thing.
Meaning and Importance of Art
Appreciation
– Art appreciation can be defined as follows:
– Art appreciation is the ability to interpret and understand man made arts and enjoy
them through actual work experience with art tools and materials.
– Art appreciation is the possession of the works of art for one’s admiration and
satisfaction.
– Art appreciation refers to the knowledge and understanding of the general and
everlasting qualities that classify all great arts.
– Art appreciation is the introduction and exploration of visual and performing art
forms.
– Art appreciation is the analysis of the form of an art work to general audience to
enhance their enjoyment and satisfaction of the works of art.
Art History
– Refers to the historical development and stylistic context of the
objects of arts that includes the Major and Minor Arts
– Major Arts: painting, sculpture, and architecture
– Minor Arts: ceramics, furniture, and decorative arts
Major Arts
Minor Arts
Assumptions of Art

– Art is universal
– Art is cultural
– Art is not nature
– Art is an expression of the mind
– Art is a form of creativity
– Art involves experience