Name: ____________________________ Teacher:MR. JONEL T.

ASCUTIA
Grade&Section: ____________________________ Date:_____________________

SPA Grade 9 – Visual Arts

Quarter 4, Week 3

ART FUNCTIONS

I. BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR LEARNERS

Visual art is more than just creating beautiful objects. Throughout history, art has
served various purposes, influencing our understanding of the world and ourselves. Here are
some of the main functions of visual art:

a. Expression
- Art allows artists to
express their emotions,
ideas, and experiences.
It can be a powerful
tool for personal
exploration and
communication.
b. Communication
- Visual art can
communicate
messages, stories, and
cultural values. It can be used to educate, inform, and persuade viewers.
c. Decoration
- Art can enhance the beauty of our surroundings and create a sense of place. It
can be used to adorn homes, buildings, and public spaces.
d. Ceremony and Ritual
- Art is often used in religious and cultural ceremonies to mark important
events, connect with spiritual beliefs, and honor traditions.
e. Documentation and History
- Visual art can record historical events, preserve cultural practices, and offer
insights into past societies.
f. Social Commentary
- Art can be used to address social issues, challenge the status quo, and promote
social change.
g. Aesthetic Experience
- Art can provide aesthetic pleasure, evoke emotions, and stimulate the senses.

Importance of Learning Art Functions

1. Learn what the artist is trying to communicate.

2. Use functions to analyze art - is it a message or a ritual?
3. Understand art within its historical period.
4. Functions apply today - think ads and social movements.
5. Informed observer: Become a more knowledgeable art viewer.
II. LEARNING COMPETENCY
Evaluates art functions.

III. IGNITE IDEAS

Watercolor Wheel. Create for a Function.

1. Choose one of the art functions (e.g., expression, social commentary, decoration).
2. Create your own artwork that fulfills the chosen function using watercolor. Color
it using the pattern of the color wheel.
3. Write a short artist statement explaining your chosen function and how your
artwork achieves it on a white sheet of paper.

Materials:

- Watercolor/Acrylic paints (primary and secondary colors)

- Watercolor brushes (round and flat brushes)
- Watercolor paper (150gsm above)
- Pencil and eraser
- Compass (optional)
- Sheet of pad paper for artist’s statement

Scoring Criteria:

Criteria Description Weight

Effective use of color, value, and shape to
create a visually appealing and well-
Elements of Art 35%
composed artwork that aligns with the
chosen function.
Clear understanding and application of the
chosen art function (expression, social
Relevance/Clarity of
commentary, decoration) through the 25%
Message
artwork's message and overall visual
impact.
Unique and personal approach to the
chosen function, demonstrating a fresh
Creativity & Originality 25%
perspective and innovative use of
watercolors.
Concise and clear explanation of the chosen
Artist Statement 15%
function and how the artwork fulfills it.
Total: 100%

IV. TEST YOURSELF

A. True or False. Write True if the statement is correct and False if it's incorrect.
1. Visual art has no purpose beyond creating beautiful objects.
2. Learning about Art Functions helps you understand the message behind the art.
3. Art Functions are only relevant to historical art and not contemporary art.
4. Social commentary is the only function of art that can be used to challenge ideas.
5. When analyzing art based on functions, we should consider if it is a form of
decoration or a religious expression.
6. Visual art cannot be used to evoke emotions.
7. The importance of learning Art Functions is solely to appreciate art for its beauty.
8. Understanding Art Functions allows you to become a more informed art observer.
 B. Matching Type. Match the following functions of visual art with their descriptions.
Write the letter of each match.

Column A Column B
9. Art allows artists to express their a. Expression
emotions, ideas, and experiences.
10. Art is often used in religious and b. Communication
cultural ceremonies.
11. Visual art can record historical events c. Decoration
and preserve cultural practices.
12. Art can be used to address social issues d. Ceremony and Ritual
and promote social change.
13. Art can enhance the beauty of our e. Documentation and History
surroundings.
14. Visual art can communicate messages, f. Social Commentary
stories, and cultural values.
15. Art can provide aesthetic pleasure and g. Aesthetic Experience
stimulate the senses.

V. REFLECTION
After completing the activities, reflect on your understanding of art functions
by answering the following questions:
1. How does understanding the function of art enrich your experience of viewing
art?
2. Can you think of an example where art serves multiple functions? Explain.
3. How can artists use their artwork to create positive change in society?

VI. REFERENCE
Eisner, E. W. (2005). What does art do? Rethinking visual art education in a changing
world. Hilldale College Press.
Perkins, D. (1994). The arts and cultural understanding. Arts Education Policy
Review, 55(1), 4-16.
Stokstad, M. M. (2018). Art history (5th ed.). Pearson.

Prepared by:

JONEL T. ASCUTIA
TI, Gogon High School

ANSWER KEYS 7. False 11. e. Documentation

A. True/False 8. True and History
1. False 12. f. Social
2. True B. Matching Type Commentary
3. False 9. a. Expression 13. c. Decoration
4. False 10. d. Ceremony and 14. b. Communication
5. True Ritual 15. g. Aesthetic
6. False Experience