ACTIVITY

Using the photo from the Introduction, practice applying criticism steps you learned
from the previous chapter. Dig up as much Filipino qualities in the work as you can. Use
the space below write your criticism.
One of the famous and known Filipino quality is the “bayanihan” or the communal unity
or cooperation of every Filipino when it comes in working. We can see our nation’s culture in
farming and their afternoon meal, prepared by the ladies. Amorsolo’s famous oil painting called
“Afternoon Meal of the Workers” can be also be connected to criticize at the Introduction’s
criticism. Our culture will always being preserved and never have been occur changes because of
its history. This “kapwa-tao” trait of the Filipinos are being applied at all times. Also, I saw the
values for Filipino humor and positivity of how the painting was made along with the emotions
that is seen. It is where the Filipinos be proud of their race, saying that they do not know how to
give up whenever difficulties arrived.

ANALYSIS
Look up Fernando Amorsolo’s other works if possible. If not, refer to the example given.
1. Upon closer observation of AMORSOLO'S works (or the rendition presented),
why do you think was he dubbed as the "Painter of Philippine Light"?
Because as I’ve observes upon his paintings, he really is great portraitist when it
comes into painting rural and landscapes and also he mastered to paint with the use of light
mainly backlight shades.
2. What do you think are the Qualities of Philippine Art? In your opinion, what
makes Philippine art Filipino?
Philippine arts are commonly connected into our own cultures and traditions, it makes
the Philippine art be as it is, portrays its history and importance and tell its story in a very
fashionable way. The pride of Filipinos is their natural resources and traits along its
capabilities to be proud of. In my opinion, the depiction of scenes of everyday life and the
surroundings makes the Philippine art, Filipino. Seeing the historical Philippine paintings
sceneries makes me feel at home in my beloved country.
3. When the modernism came in, what do you think happened to Philippine art?
How have we preserved our identity despite the influences? How has it shaped our
minds about the past?
Modernism did not affect much to the Philippine art because it has always its living
history in us, if we really look deeper, modernism did a very good job in giving difference to
the old arts in the past and makes us realize that our art in the past will always have the value
that the modern arts right now do not have. Philippine art remain historical, valued and
respected despite the influences since each artworks has its own history that marks the Philippine
past
Create a simple drawing, take an original photo or pain a simple abstracted design which best
represents your idea of Filipino art. Use your local roots: where you came from and what you
commonly see around you.
ASSESSMENT

1. In what ways are the artist different and diverse despite their common goal to
depict Filipino nuances.
It is because of our cultural differences and beliefs, in its broadest sense, culture can now
be regarded as the set of distinctive spiritual, material, intellectual and emotional features of a
society or a social group. It includes not only the arts and literature, lifestyles and fundamental
rights of human being, but also value systems, traditions and beliefs. So many differences but
with unity, Filipinos always succeed to their common goal

2. In your opinion, how do their differences in styles help the quality of the art scene
in the country?
Filipinos are known for their traditions and cultures, so they used different themes,
background and topic when it comes to art. Especially, it is according to the place, the date, the
people and the celebration they are referring to. Art styles is not only about the feelings of the
creator but also the story behind that feelings. And common sense, we people have our own
different experiences and feelings. We have our different interpretation to show.

3. During the 1950's, there was a faction that emerged between the conservative and
modernist. Who among the given artists are considered conservative? How about
modernist? Why were they categorized as such?
When we say conservatives they represents that art is “the realist traditions of painting
idyllic scenes and themes exploring the Philippine landscape" which consists works, mostly
landscapes and portraits. Artists like Fernando Amorsolo, Cesar Buenaventura, Miguel Galvez,
Isidro Ancheta, Antonio Dumlao, and Diosdado Lorenzo are the considered conservatives who
have specific style but mainly about prominent expressions. While modernists have the idea of
art when it comes to improving or creating buildings like planetariums and museums conceived
by Director Godofredo Alcasid, modernists imposed and focused on fine arts, archeology and
ethnology.

4. Can you name other Filipino artists who were at the forefront artistic development in the
country? Enumerate at least five and give brief description of their artistic achievement.
1. Zeus Bascon
He is from Santa Rosa, Laguna is a graduate of the University of Santo Tomas where he
finished BS Commerce Major in Business Administration. He has had nine solo exhibitions in
major venues like the Metropolitan Museum of Manila, the Vargas Museum in UP Diliman and
Vinyl on Vinyl in Makati. His piece for Benilde called “Guardians (Dead Masks)” features lines
of masks in the form of a snake, like a big drawing on the wall but using tarpaulin as material. 
2. Rasel Trinidad
Aka “Doktor Karayom” is the youngest recipient of the TAA. "Doktor Karayom" was a
street name Rasel started using as a Fine Arts student at the Technological University of the
Philippines. He started his art by painting murals on the exterior walls of abandoned buildings.
To protect himself, Rasel started to identify himself only as “Doktor Karayom.” "Kahit butas ng
karayom, papasukin ko, matupad lang ang pangarap ko” (I would go through the eye of a needle
to achieve my dreams), was his mantra when he was a hard up college student, thus the moniker.
The "Doktor" is a reference to his fascination with human anatomy, frequently seen in his works.
3. Archie Oclos
A graduate from the University of the Philippines with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts
Major in Painting. A native of Catanduanes, Archie comes from a family of farmers, fishermen
and construction workers. He was selected as one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30 Asia,” defined as a
selection of “young innovators and disruptors who are re-inventing their industries and driving
change.” Archie was included in this illustrious list for 2017, 2018 and 2019.  A firm believer
that art can inspire social change, his mural for Benilde is entitled “Bakwit,” from the English
evacuee. 
4. Napoleon Abueva

Noted as the Father of Modern Filipino sculpture, Abueva attended the University of the
Philippines with Joya and was mentored by noted sculptor Guillermo Tolentino, at the College of
Fine Arts. Born in Bohol, he is also the youngest National Artist awardee appointed by then
President Marcos, at the age of 46. His expertise was seen in a wide array of materials such as
hard wood, abode, steel, cement, marble, and bronze.

5. Roberto Chabet

Born Roberto Rodriguez, he used his mother’s maiden name Chabet when he began his
career in art. He was a mentor to many students at the University of the Philippines, where he
taught for over 30 years, and is acknowledged as the father of conceptual art in the Philippines.
Chabet initially studied architecture but his conceptual art installations, collages, and sculptures
in the 1960s and 70s made him a rebellious figure on the local art scene. He was the founding
museum director of the Cultural Center of the Philippines from 1967-1970, where he established
the 13 Artists Awards that highlight the achievements of young artists whose works show a
contemporary view of art-making and thinking.