Art Appreciation Research Articles

Design of a MobilNetV2-Based Retrieval System for Traditional Cultural Artworks

Aiming at the problem that it is difficult for art teachers to take into account each student in the art appreciation education in colleges and universities, this paper proposes a retrieval system for traditional cultural works of art. Dense connections are used to replace residual connections between bottlenecks in MobileNetV2 network and gradient transmission in the network. The dilution factor is used to control the size of the network to solve the problem of the rapid increase in the number of network channels. In addition, the non-local attention mechanism is effectively combined with the improved MobileNetV2 network structure, which effectively improves the classification accuracy of the network. Compared with VGG16, ResNet18, and ResNet34, the classification accuracy is increased by 21.3%, 9.2%, and 3%, respectively. The method in this paper has achieved good results in the classification of art works. According to the images of art works to be appreciated, it helps students understand the relevant cultural knowledge independently and reduce the burden of teachers.

미술과 감상 영역 ‘질문’의 의미 변천: 2022 개정 및 이전 교육과정 내용 분석 연구

This study investigates the changes in content related to ‘questioning’ within the development process of the national level art curriculum. It also assesses the significance of recently introduced question-related contents within the domain of art appreciation. Through a comprehensive literature review, this study delves into the nuances and implications of ‘questioning’ in school art appreciation classes. Furthermore, a content analysis was conducted to compare the meanings of ‘questioning’ in the 2022 revised national art curricu-lum with those of the previous curricular. Consequently, this study reveals several key findings. First, teach-ers are encouraged to incorporate questioning strategies given the transformation of students’ emotional responses to a work of art from passive to active appreciation. Second, the concept of ‘understanding’ within the 2022 curriculum provides the basis for introducing ‘essential questions’ in art appreciation classes. Third, the notion of ‘inquiry’ may be linked to students’ authentic curiosity, yet it necessitates fur-ther scholarly discourse to clarify its meaning. Fourth, teacher-initiated questions can help students ‘explain’ a work of art. Fifth, the 2022 curriculum assumes that a work of art serves catalysts for inspiring students’ new inquiries with the expectation that a diverse range of student-generated questions during art apprecia-tion classes will enhance their learning experience.

의학 교육에서 시각 예술의 활용에 관한 실행 연구

This study is an interdisciplinary action research that empirically explores the educational value of integrating art appreciation into medical education in medical humanities classes. The designed study involved six 3rd-year medical school students and implemented a specialized art appreciation class tailored for medical education. During this process, the study combined the SPICES model of educational strategies with “visual thinking strategies” and incorporated neuroscientific research on art responses to refine teaching methods. The class progressed through stages of “intense observation,” “open-ended questioning and discussion,” and “narrative storytelling.” Through in-depth interviews with participants, the study qualitatively evaluated teaching methods, content, and outcomes and confirmed the positive impact of the class on students' observation skills, communication skills, and interpretation skills. Based on these results, this research emphasizes on the potential collaboration between medical education and visual arts, presenting new possibilities for utilizing visual arts in clinical medicine.

A Practical Study on the Teaching Model of Primary School Art Appreciation Course Based on Spatial Intelligence Theory

A Practical Study on the Teaching Model of Primary School Art Appreciation Course Based on Spatial Intelligence Theory

Walking into a Modern Painting: The Impacts of Using Virtual Reality on Student Learning Performance and Experiences in Art Appreciation

This study reconstructed a modern painting into a fully-immersive Virtual Reality (VR) painting allowing users to walk into the painting’s 3D world and move around, and employed constructivism with a model of art appreciation to investigate the effects of applying VR techniques in appreciating the modern painting on student learning outcomes. Participants in the study included 60 undergraduates from a university in the midwestern United States. Quasi-experimental study designs and quantitative analysis methods were adopted to analyze students’ responses to the activities of modern painting appreciation through 2D and VR paintings. Results indicated that using the VR painting had significant negative impacts on students’ performance of object recognition in the painting and interpretations towards the painting, but no effects on the painting analysis and judgements. Students using the VR painting showed significantly higher interest and enjoyment than those using the 2D painting. Compared to those viewing the VR painting prior to the 2D painting appreciation, students who only viewed the 2D painting had significantly better learning performance. This study contributes to the lack of empirical VR research in art appreciation, offering insights into the application of using VR in appreciating modern paintings, and providing recommendations for future studies.

Effect of Learning Management Using Problem-based Learning on Fine Arts Basic Ability of Freshmen in Suzhou Arts and Design Institute, The People’s Republic of China

Background and Aim: Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning students can have better development of creativity, the ability to apply in real-world situations, aesthetic appreciation of Arts, activeness, and initiative which can help them to make progress in Fine Arts basic ability. Thus, the purposes of this research were to:1) To compare the students’ Fine Arts basic ability before and after learning through Learning Management Using Problem Based Learning. 2) To compare the Fine Arts basic ability after learning through Learning Management Using problem-based learning with the determined criterion set at 70%.3) To assess the significance level of students’ satisfaction after learning through Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning. Materials and Methods: The sample of this study was 30 Freshmen (1 class) in Suzhou Institute of Fine Arts and Design in the academic year of 2023, which was derived from the cluster random sampling method. The research instruments were as follows: 1) There are five teaching plans for the Fine arts’s basic ability course of fine arts. The five teaching plans adopt the Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning teaching method. The themes are research instruments were as follows: There are 5 lesson plans for teaching Fine Arts basic Objects from concrete to abstract - The skill of composition and the skill of light and shadow sensitivity， The meaning of color - The skill of color sensitivity Abstract lines - The skill of lines， Stereo model first session - The skills of typological criterion, lines, and composition.2) An achievement test was used with a reliability of 0.73. 3）The reliability of student satisfaction is 0.80. Results: The results of the study were as follows: (1) Students who received Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning have higher scores than before learning through Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning than before at a statistically significant level of 0.05. (2) Students who received the Learning Management Using Problem-Based Learning have higher scores than the determined criterion of 70%. And (3) The students’ satisfaction with Learning Management Using Problem-Based learning is at a high level. Conclusion: Learning management using problem-based learning significantly improves students' Fine art’s basic ability. learning management using problem-based learning problem-based learning environment encourages students to actively think and participate in problem-solving. And the learning management using problem-based learning in the learning process, teachers still need to maintain supervision and guidance and increase time for repeated training to ensure that students are aligned with the learning objectives of Fine arts basic ability.

Semiotic Analysis of 'Kun Fa Yakoon' Song Using Riffaterre’s Theory

This article tried to find out the hidden meaning in the song Kun Fa Yakoon, written by Mohammad bin Dhahi, one of the most popular songs in the Muslim world during the pandemic Covid-19, not only due to the imitation of one of the current most popular Western songs, Memories by Maroon, but the acapella is also interesting due to the overwhelming symbols within the lyrics. Thus, new meanings need to produce to comprehend the song and its cultural context. This article aimed to deepen the comprehension of the song's message to result in an increased appreciation for art and a better understanding of the circumstances during the difficult times of the pandemic. The type of research conducted is qualitative research. In analysis, researchers used Riffaterre's Semiotics theory by identifying the Semiotic elements of the song, such as the use of metaphors and repetitions, then conducting heuristic reading and interpretation, and producing meaning through hermeneutic reading. The research findings indicate the discovery of meaning shifts in the form of metaphors and the creation of meaning through repetitions. In the heuristic analysis, ungrammatical elements like "من" (who) interrogative in conjunction with "إلاّ" (except) yield a new meaning that signifies a firm statement: "I bear witness." The global situation currently being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic also generates the meaning of earnestness in prayer and the high demand placed upon it. This represents the songwriter's response to the anxiety prevailing in society and signifies an increase in faith.

Evaluation of exhibition space design within the scope of art museums in North Cyprus

In the recent decades, educational institutions have played a role in fostering artistic production in Northern Cyprus since 1974. An illustration of this contribution is the Günsel Art Museum, established within the Near East University. This museum has not only served as a venue for art exhibitions but has also played a crucial role in promoting the creation and appreciation of art in the region. The research was conducted through a comprehensive case study, with a specific focus on the Günsel Art Museum. The results of the study reveal a positive influence of the museum on artistic production in North Cyprus. It has provided a platform for local artists to showcase their works and implemented educational programs that have introduced young individuals to the world of art. This article aims to explore the artworks and exhibition spaces in the NC post-1974, emphasizing the contributions of educational institutions established in NC during that period to artistic endeavors.

The Present Situation of Chinas Art Education in Primary and Secondary Schools

With the rapid development of present society, the demand of quality education of social talents is getting higher and higher. Not only for the traditional cultural curriculum, moreover, artistic and cultural attainments have an increasingly important impact on social work. For example, there are more and more jobs, such as original painters, exhibition staff, gallery workers and so on. These jobs require candidates have a certain degree of artistic accomplishment, artistic appreciation as well as a considerable extent of artistic practice ability. Although under the influence of the double reduction policy, the proportion of art courses such as music, fine arts and physical education has increased to a certain extent. However, these measures are too superficial, educational policy makers do not actually put art education as important as traditional culture courses. In addition, some regions have woken up to the problem and increased the proportion of arts courses. But this action is still too superficial, which confining art in both the inherent knowledge and theoretical framework. Furthermore, it fails to give play to students self-perception and creativity of art.

The impact of technology development upon art essence intricacy on arts: The perspective of art practitioners in Malaysia

This paper presents and discusses the relative issues of the development of modern technology that directly impact the creation of artwork. The artistic value has always been argued and discussed as the era changes occasionally. The artistic world has again learned the value of integrating and applying technology to artists' artworks. The technology enforcement, in alignment with the demands of the new generations, kept contextual and conceptual artworks secondary. This paper will elaborate on the relationship between technological applications and artworks' impact. As the digital era shifted rapidly, more advanced technological applications were valued more than conceptual value. Art appreciation has become more tangible rather than elaborate. Thus, it is important to simulate a conceptual framework to understand the phenomenon properly. Multiple understandings of the theory of the development of technological implications support the conceptual framework. This study conducted exploratory research by collecting primary data through a focus group interview with Fine Artists, Graphic Artists, and Hybrid Artists in an open session and discussing by elaborating on the topics mentioned. An underlying understanding of the conceptual framework has been achieved, and a new conceptual framework has been developed. This paper is limited to the technological implications of the value of artworks and the artist's experience. The advanced conceptual framework of the Art Intricacy Performance Model will define artwork to recognise the proper understanding of its value and direction.

Artivism: Art for Social Transformation and Critical Ability Development

This mixed-method study made use of 87 curated students' artivism artworks. Data that were generated were analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Artivism was used as one of the creative engagement activities in teaching art appreciation and contemporary issues. The outputs were graded. The perfect score was 20, the lowest score was 17. Descriptive statistical techniques were employed. The frequencies were used to determine the student’s critical ability. The correlation between students' social transformation engagement and art critical ability scores was determined using the Pearson Correlation Coefficient set at alpha .05. Results showed that students' critical ability was 'very high' as an entire group and when grouped according to sex. No significant differences were noted in the student's critical ability and artivism engagement. Analysis, interpretation, and judgment of student’s critical ability in artivism engagement are significantly related. The study contributes to the field of general education by expanding the existing knowledge base.

Recommender systems facilitate aesthetic experience accumulation in informal learning environments – a study from China

ABSTRACT Aesthetic literacy originates from rich aesthetic experiences, one of the principal ways people gain such experiences is through arts appreciation. Sixty-seven students participated in 119 art appreciation activities at out-of-school public art venues in China. A digital education platform was used to record students’ appreciation process. A recommender system was used to recommend relevant art knowledge to students. The data obtained were used to analyse the learning characteristics of students in out-of-school art appreciation and the effectiveness of the recommender system in forming aesthetic experiences. The analysis showed that students were satisfied with this learning model, with NPS = 37.313, but their self-regulation was low (k = 0.606) and universal (std = 2.755). The efficiency of the recommender system was significantly associated with several aspects of students’ motivational learning strategies, including intrinsic goal orientation (0.503), task value (0.638), and critical thinking (0.643). Focus group interviews of students with different characteristics revealed that the autonomous and interactive nature of out-of-school art appreciation was the main attraction for students and the recommender system was able to complement and improve students’ art knowledge and broaden their artistic horizons. Overall, in an informal learning environment, the use of an AI recommender system can effectively enable students to form aesthetic experiences.

College art appreciation teaching on aesthetic psychology of depressed university students

BackgroundThe prevalence of depression is increasing due to the tremendous pressure of life and study. Depression may lead to excessive depression, thinking disorder, cognitive dysfunction, other problems, and extreme behaviors such as suicide. To improve the treatment effect of depression, to study the auxiliary treatment of art appreciation teaching on the psychological influence of patients with depression.Subjects and Methods Twenty depressed college students who received art appreciation teaching were selected as the experimental group, and 20 other depressed college students were selected as the control group. The 17-item version of the Hamilton Depression Scale (HAM-D) was used to collect data from the two groups of college students. Five art appreciation courses were taken as a cycle, and five courses were taken as a course of treatment. In each process, the two groups of college students were tested for depression scores until the end of three courses.ResultsThe average scores of the experimental and control groups were 20 and 25 after one session and 15 and 23 after three sessions, respectively. The experimental group significantly improved psychological adjustment and emotion management, while the control group had no significant change.ConclusionsLearning and appreciating artworks can change negative emotions, improve self-awareness and cognition, and cultivate positive emotional experiences. Therefore, colleges and universities should pay attention to and strengthen the teaching of art appreciation and provide effective psychological intervention and aesthetic education help for college students with depression.

The mitigation effect of curriculum civics and politics combined with innovative aesthetic education teaching on college students’ depression

BackgroundDepression, a psychological disorder, often manifests in persistent melancholy and inattention. Psychologist Sigmund Freud believes that literature and art can better channel individual emotional stress, so the study is based on the course of civics teaching joint innovation of aesthetic education teaching to achieve a positive and effective intervention in the mental health of college students.Subjects and Methods This research took depressed college students from one university as the research subjects. They were divided into a control group (conventional civics teaching method) and an experimental group (course civics combined with art appreciation method), and the students were guided to improve the dissolution of depression and depressive symptoms. The intervention time was six weeks and was assessed with the help of the Self-Depression Scale for Depression (SDS) and the Quality of Life Measurement Scale (WHOQOL-BREF).ResultsAfter the experimental intervention, the SDS scores of the experimental group and the WHOQOL-BREF sub-scales were higher than those of the control group, and the difference was statistically significant (P<0.05). The mean score of the SDS scale in the experimental group had a score difference of more than 15 points before and after the experiment.ConclusionsThe joint study of Civics and Aesthetic Education gives students a new cognition of their own emotions and thoughts, and the change of “cognitive bias” makes the depression symptoms of college students to a greater extent.

Art appreciation teaching reform in higher education on college students’ anxiety disorders

BackgroundAt present, the problem of anxiety disorders among college students is becoming increasingly serious. The study aims to analyze the therapeutic effect of the reform of art appreciation teaching in colleges and universities on the anxiety disorder of college students.Subjects and MethodsThis study selected college students of a university as research subjects and divided them into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group received the reform of art appreciation teaching in colleges and universities, and the control group continued traditional teaching. Data were processed using the statistical data analysis software SAS, and the t-test was used to assess the treatment effect.ResultsThe experimental group was significantly lower than the control group in the degree of anxiety (M=2.68 in the experimental group, M=3.92 in the control group, P<0.001). After the treatment, the anxiety level of students in the experimental group was significantly reduced, which indicates that the reform of art appreciation teaching has a positive effect on the treatment of anxiety disorders.ConclusionsThe results of the study show that the reform of art appreciation teaching in colleges and universities has a significant effect in treating anxiety disorders in college students. This provides useful information for colleges and universities to promote the development of relevant teaching reforms and psychological support measures to alleviate college students’ anxiety disorders and promote their mental health and personal development.

Case-based music teaching practice for lower grades: taking SCH patients as an example

BackgroundMusic education plays an important role in primary and secondary school teaching, not only cultivating students’ artistic appreciation ability, but also having potential therapeutic value. For special groups, such as patients with schizophrenia, music education may provide a way for them to express and communicate, thereby promoting mental health. This study is based on actual cases and discusses the intervention effect of music on mental illness patients in primary and secondary schools.Subjects and MethodsThis study selected 60 primary and secondary school age group schizophrenia patients and designed a specific music education course for 12 weeks. This course includes music appreciation, vocal music, and instrument training. The effectiveness is measured through the Minnesota Multiple Personality Inventory (MMPI), music composition assessment, and feedback from parents and teachers. Statistical analysis was performed on experimental data using SPSS 24.0.ResultsAfter the course, participants showed significant progress in emotional expression, social interaction, and self-awareness. Music education not only enhances their music skills, but also promotes communication and self understanding with others. Parents and teachers have also reported that students perform more stably and positively in their daily lives.ConclusionsCase-based music teaching in primary and secondary schools has significant benefits for patients with schizophrenia. Through music education, these students can better communicate with the outside world, express themselves, and have a deeper understanding of themselves. It is recommended to further explore the diverse applications of music teaching in the field of special education.AcknowledgementScientific Research Program Funded by Shaanxi Provincial Education Department (No.22JK0168).

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Creating a dynamic landscape of creativity, reflecting profound changes in media, technology, and reflections on social reality, this research highlights the evolutionary journey of art in the modern era. It discusses paradigm shifts in art media, the influence of technology that has given birth to new creative expressions, and the role of contemporary art in responding to social reality. The research also explores the integration of contemporary art in public spaces, transforming it into a visual language that stretches beyond the traditional boundaries of art galleries. Reception challenges and educational measures to broaden the appreciation of contemporary art are also the focus of discussion. Summarizing these elements provides a snapshot of the dynamics and complexities of cultivating contemporary art in the 21st century—a creative journey involving transformation, reflection, and ever-evolving dialogue. By weaving meaning through innovation and inclusion, contemporary art remains a means to permeate the richness of modern creativity, shaping cultural identity amidst the changing times

Implementasi Pelatihan Qiro’ah Dalam Meningkatkan Kemahiran Membaca Al-Qur’an Terhadap Santri TPQ Al-Halim Desa Sambungrejo Sukodono Sidoarjo

The Qur'an is the sacred text of Muslims that serves as a guide in life. Therefore, in reciting the Qur'an, it is necessary to understand from the letters to the reading rules. In the process of learning to read the Qur'an, teaching methods have a very crucial role, and there are several approaches that have been implemented to facilitate learning. The method is chosen as a means and tool of teaching transformation to achieve the desired goal. The goal of qiroah training is to facilitate students in improving their skills in reading the Qur'an, especially among TPQ AL-HALIM students. In addition, qiroah training aims to instil students' appreciation of Islamic cultural arts, develop students' talents and interests in the field of reciting the Qur'an, and promote a sense of independence.

Mind ascribed to AI and the appreciation of AI-generated art

Creative artificial intelligence (AI) has received a lot of attention in recent years. Artworks that are introduced to be generated by AI (rather than a human artist) are, however, often evaluated negatively. Integrating extant research, we suggest that AI is ascribed less mind (i.e. agency and experience) which is responsible for this effect. In two experiments ( N = 176 and N = 381) we observed negative indirect effects of artist information (AI vs human artist) on the appreciation of visual artworks. The AI is consistently ascribed less agency and less experience than a human artist. Higher levels of experience and agency ascribed to an artist are, in turn, associated with higher appreciation of a piece of art. In both experiments the total effect of artist information on appreciation was not significant. Artist information did not predict whether the artwork deviated positively from viewers’ expectations developed before the actual artwork was encountered.

Quick and efficient flame-retardant, antibacterial and antifungal treatment for high-performance cellulose paper

Cellulose-based paper is widely used in cultural communication, art appreciation, and cultural relic protection, but is susceptible to fire and mildew. Traditional protective materials have negative impacts on the appearance, flexibility, and writability of paper, resulting in severely limited applications. Herein, we demonstrate a quick and effective approach for enhancing the flame retardancy, antibacterial, and antifungal properties of cellulose papers by assembling polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB) and sodium polyphosphate (PSP). By exploiting hydrogen bonding and electrostatic interactions, PHMB and PSP can assemble into micro-nano protuberances that are deposited on the surface of the paper through a 30 s dip-treating technology. The PHMB/PSP layers promote the formation of char layer when exposed to flame, providing the paper with self-extinguishing property with a limiting oxygen index value of 34.5 % and an 84.0 % reduction in peak heat release rate. Meanwhile, the treated papers exhibit excellent antibacterial activity against S. aureus (>99.99 %) and appreciable fungal resistance against T. viride (Grade 1). Importantly, the treatment does not alter the appearance, mechanical stability, and writability of the paper. Owing to the mild conditions and fast processability, this study promotes the wide development of advanced high-performance cellulose paper with combined fire-safety, antibacterial, and antifungal properties for diverse applications.