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Module 3, Lesson 1

Functions of Art

Engage

 From the very beginning, arts have been part
of human history. It described, defined, and
deepened the human experience. In the Prehistoric p
eriod for example, peoples performed songs and dan
ces to gratify their ancestors. Likewise, hunters
brushed different figures on the walls of caves to dep
ict their day to day experiences. Arts also serve

several functions which are item outcome to its


purpose (Menoy, 2009).
Explore

 Individual Function

 The artists perform arts because of the passion of


their respective art forms. A singer, for
example, presents a concert for free because of his
advocacy and the love of singing.

 Social Function

 Man associates with others through his art


performance that arouses social consciousness.
Examples of this association are the choral
singing, group dancing, public art exhibits and
other practices.

 Economic Functions

 Arts are emerging as a potent force in the economic


life of people assumes an essential role as a

direct and indirect contributor to state economies. Ex


ample of this is by generating economic vitality
in under-
performing regions through crafts, tourism, and
cultural attractions.
Economic function
of art
Man making chair in the
Philippines

 Political Functions

 Art provides a forum for ideas that will lead to


employment, prestige, status, and power. During ele
ction period, for example, the candidates created thei
r artworks (poster) which expresses their
propaganda, agendas and political views about maki
ng a stable society.
Political function of
art
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 Historical Functions

 Art is an essential technique for information to be
recorded and preserved. It serves to document or reco
nstruct historical figure and events. Most arts
that are in Museums, for example, are filled with ama
zing stories about the world most excellent and most c
reative people who brought us the treasures.
By looking at a work of art‘s colors, materials,
and symbolism, we can learn about the story and cult
ure that produced it in the past.

 Cultural Functions

 Art is an articulation and transmission of new inform


ation and values. Example, when you think of
Manila, you probably think of Fort Santiago,
Luneta Park, and its world-
renowned churches, or the famous Intramuros.

 Physical Functions

 Buildings are artistically designed and constructed to


protect their occupants and make their life inside
more meaningful. Architects, Industrial and
Graphic Designers, and Interior Decorators

share responsibility in building environment that bal


ance forms and functions.

 Aesthetic Functions

 Any artwork means beauty. It is visual spice for

gracefully adorned interiors and can bring out


the most elegant features of different décor elements.
It reasonably reproduced visual images which
communicate through fantastic persuasions and mea
ningful words.
The Hermitage Museum Ceiling in Russia

Aesthetic function of art



 Aside from these functions, is there any other
function of art that you can think of?
Extend

 What art form/artwork has changed something in
your life? Explain.

 Note to the teacher: This may be done through online class discussion
or offline channel discussion.
Evaluate

 Does art always have a function? Why? Support your
response. Provide your own example.

 Note to the teacher: Essay may be submitted as
assignment in docx or pdf format.

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