Humanities 11 Philippine Art

Claren Jane G. Arellano 202M Mrs. Gina E. Agus Professor

Philippine Art
The Philippines has a larger and more vigorous artistic community than any other Southeast Asian nations because it has four cultural heritages - Asian, European, Mexican, and American. In Manila alone, the arts and culture capital, there are many art galleries showcasing the works of talented local painters, sculptors, muralists, and folk artists. Theatrical and orchestral performances are also very popular.

The Art of Making Burnay - VIGAN, ILOCOS SUR Aside from protecting their historic Antillan ancestral houses, Viganos struggle to preserve the traditional way of making burnay (unglazed earthen jars), an industry that literally came from earth. The burnay is made of clay mashed by carabaos and mixed with sand. The more convenient electric kilns are however displacing the dragon kilns where the burnay jars are baked, leading to the slow demise of a centuries-old tradition and way of life.