MABAYUAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

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CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE
ARTS FROM THE REGIONS

MODULE 2

VARIOUS CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS AND THEIR

PRACTICES FROM THE VARIOUS REGIONS

Locally Developed Self-Learning Material

 This module entitled Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region is all about arts produced by
Filipino artists in the present period. By knowing all of these, students will be enlightened about different
cultures and tradition throughout the Philippines.

By definition, the term “Contemporary Art” refers to any work created by a living artist. It has
changed dramatically through the 20th century and into the 21st century period. Famous artists,
sculptors, architects, actors, authors, musicians and their works will be introduced to every student in
order to know more about Philippine arts, culture and traditions.

DURATION
Total hour per module : 4 hours
Time allotted per lesson : 1 hour
Days allotted per module : 4 days

QUARTER :3
SEMESTER : 2nd

CONTENT STANDARD
Demonstrates appreciation of contemporary art forms, found in the various regions by
understanding the elements and principles.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Presents a form of integrated contemporary art based on the region of his / her choice.
e.g. choreography, musical instrument, literary and music composition, visual design, and/or
theatrical performance.

MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCIES

describes various contemporary art forms and their practices from the various regions
CAR11/12IAC-0a-1
discusses various art forms found in the Philippines
CAR11/12IAC-0b-2
researches on various contemporary art forms
CAR11/12CAP-0c -e-4

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 VARIOUS CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS FOUND
IN THE PHILIPPINES AND THEIR PRACTICES
FROM THE VARIOUS REGIONS

True or False. Read each item carefully. Write T on the space provide before the number if the statement is
correct and F if it is not correct.
____1. Artists are self-taught and did not have formal education Originality is not issue in Contemporary Art.
____2. It is not restricted to individual experience, but it is reflective of the world we live in. Event in the world
having an effect to the Philippines.
Multiple Choice. Read each item carefully. Write the letter of your choice in the space provided before the
number.
____3. One of the most internationally renowned pieces of modern Filipino art. It now hangs in the main gallery of
the National Museum of the Philippines and is the first painting to greet museum visitors.
A. Malliarium B. Selfie Post of Sarah Geronimo
C. Spolarium Painting by Juan Luna D. All of the Above
____4. A human pursuit to imitate life and the world into something pleasing or beautiful
A. Contemporary Arts B. Art
C. Public Speaking D. Digital Art

What is contemporary Arts?

• Art produced at the present period in time, includes and develops from postmodern art, which is itself a
successor to Modern art.
• Art made and produced by artist living today.
• Statement that an artist makes about life, thoughts, ideas, beliefs, and many other things that define
human life. Simultaneously reflects the realities and values of our society, its variety portrays the mosaic of
our cultural diversity is culture.
• Contemporary art is the art of today, produced by artists who are living in the twenty-first century.
• Contemporary art of the 21st century may combine elements of performance, painting, sculpture, dance,
and many other media. It draws on the movements of modern art, including minimalism and assemblage
art, to create dynamic pieces that aim to challenge the viewer and spark thought. Many contemporary
artists use their work to comment on cultural and political issues, including race, human rights, economic
inequality, and global conflict. As the world continues to change and impact human life on a large scale, art
continues to experiment with new ways of reaching its audience.

The 7 Major Contemporary Art Forms in the Philippines

1.Music - art form that appeals to the sense of hearing, composed by combining notes into harmony.
2.Literature - art form of language through the combined use of words, creating meaning and experience.
3.Theater - Art form of performance. Dramatic text is portrayed on stage by actors and actresses and are enhanced
by props, lights and sounds. form of art in which artists use their voices and/or their bodies, often in
relation to other objects, to convey artistic expression.
4.Film - a technological translation of theater, special effects are utilized to enhance the story telling
5.Dance - art of the human form, body is used, mobilized and choreographed in a specific time, form and space.
6.Architecture, Designs and Allied Arts - structure that meant to be used as shelter, its art relies on the design and
purpose of the structure.
7.Visual Arts - Artwork, such as painting, photography, or sculpture, that appeals primarily to the visual sense and
typically exists in permanent form.
 VARIOUS PRACTICES OF ART FORMS FOUND IN EVERY REGIONS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Region 1: Oasiwas
Ilocos Region -A dance in which an oil lamp is balanced on the
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos dancer's head as he swings around lighted
Sur, La Union,
Pangasinan
lamps wrapped in porous cloth or fishnet. The
name of the dance comes from the
Pangasinense word for swinging.
-The dance is performed by fishermen of
Lingayen when celebrating a good catch. It is
accompanied by waltz-like music.
Region 2:
Cagayan Yaru nu Artes Ivatan (Bayanihan of Ivatan Artists)
Valley a thriving artists collective composed of visual artists,
Batanes, Cagayan, musicians and literary artists of Ivatan descent – now
Isabela, Nueva
Vizcaya, Quirino
represent the rich history and vibrant hues of Batanes.

Region 3: Casa San Miguel aims to highlight just that. Since its
Central Luzon completion in 1921, this family retreat house in a 15-
Aurora, Bataan, hectare mango orchard has sheltered and nurtured
Bulacan, Nueva
Ecija, Pampanga,
generations of talent including acclaimed concert
Tarlac, Zambales violinist Alfonso “Coke” Bolipata. In 1993, he
established the Casa San Miguel Foundation, which
aims to “integrate culture and community
development” in Zambales. The group has initiated
several programs and workshops to hone and
showcase artistry of the locals.
Region 4A: PAETE WOODCARVING
Calabarzon Skilled craftsmen and artisans have practiced woodcarving in
Batangas, Cavite, Paete since the Spanish times, so that their products have
Laguna, Quezon,
Rizal primarily religious themes. Many residents of Paete are
woodcarvers. It is believed that the name “Paete” comes from the
word “Paet” meaning chisel.

Region 4B: "Walang Sugat", the well-loved sarswela

MIMAROPA masterpiece by Filipino librettist Severino Reyes
Marinduque, was presented in Marinduque in February 18 &
Occidental
Mindoro, Oriental
19, 2010, only the second time it was seen on
Mindoro, Palawan, the island after more than a century. This
Romblon zarzuela was first presented here in 1902 on the
occasion of the Boac town fiesta with no less
than then Fiscal of Tayabas and future Philipine
president, Manuel L. Quezon as guest of honor.
Region 5: Modern Bicol poetry can classified as personal or social, the latter based on the rawitdawit style.
Bicol Region A simple if not naive world view is conveyed in most Bicol anecdotes. Animal stories abound,
Albay, Camarines involving either tricksters or ungrateful animals The monkey seems to be a favorite. Outstanding
Norte, Camarines
Sur, Catanduanes,
in folklore is the tale of Juan Osong, counterpart of the Tagalog Juan Tamad. Bicol's creation
Masbate, Sorsogon myths trace the beginning of the universe and man and woman. There is a characteristic
dichotomy between the divine and the human, and a frequent use of the bird as a key figure.
Today, there are very few fictionists in Bicol. Among the more notable are Carlos Ojeda Aureus
whose stories, such as the "Cathedra", are landmarks in Bicol fiction, and Remigio Laguno, known
for his "The Carolers."
Region 6: Ati-Atihan Festival also known as "The Mother of all Philippine Festivals" is one of the many
Western Art forms in region 6.
Visayas The Ati-Atihan Festival is a Philippine festival held annually
Aklan, Antique, in January in honor of the Santo Niño (Infant Jesus) in several
Capiz, Guimaras,
Iloilo, Negros
towns of the province of Aklan, Panay Island. The biggest
Occidental celebration is held during the third Sunday of January in the
town of Kalibo, the province’s capital. The name Ati-Atihan
means "to imitate Ati", the local name of the Aeta people,
the first settlers of Panay Island and other parts of the
archipelago.
Region 7:
Central Aside from beautiful faces of Cebu and the sweet smile of its
Visayas people, Cebu is a hub of perfect melody. The province of Cebu is
Bohol, Cebu, home for handcrafted guitars, an industry that adds more musical
Negros Oriental,
Siquijor
flair to its rich culture.

Region 8: The Pintados festival of Tacloban City is a Filipino

Eastern festival with its own unique flavor.
Visayas This Pintados festival recalls Pre-Spanish history of the
Biliran, Eastern native Leytenos from wars, epics and folk religions. The
Samar, Leyte,
Northern Samar, most expected aspect of the Pintados festival are the
Samar, Southern festive dancers, painted from head to toe with designs
Leyte that look like armor to resemble the tattooed warriors
of old.

Region 9: The Singkíl originated from the Maranao

Zamboanga people who inhabit the shores of Lake Lanao.
Peninsula It is derived from a story in the Darangen, the
Zamboanga del Maranao interpretation of the ancient Indian
Norte, Zamboanga
del Sur, Zamboanga
epic, the Ramayana. The name of the dance
Sibugay itself means "to entangle the feet with
disturbing objects such as vines or anything in
your path".

Region 10: The torogan was the traditional house

Northern of Maranao royalties ( a fascinating architecture). The
sultan, along with his wives, children & servants lived on
Mindanao it. However, it was more than just a residence, it was also
Bukidnon,
a communal house where affairs of the community were
Camiguin, Lanao del
Norte, Misamis held.
Occidental, Misamis
Oriental There are three types of traditional Maranao dwellings.
First, the torogan, the homes reserved for nobilities.
Second is the “mala-a-walay” or the big house. Finally,
the “lawig” or the small house.
Region 11:
Davao Region There are Mandaya stories passed down regarding with the
Davao de Oro, dagmay. Its legend proves how tough it is to weave the fibers,
Davao del Norte, that’s why the weavers of dagmay are dreamers literally and
Davao del Sur, figuratively speaking. Dagmay comes from the weavers’
Davao Occidental, encounter in a dream, a revelation from the goddess and
Davao Oriental Giompoan (Mandaya ancestors) that bestowed the art of
making cloth it as unique and sacred. The geometric designs
of man and crocodile tell about the historical narrative, beliefs
and aspirations of Mandaya people.
Region 12: T’nalak is a traditional hand-woven cloth indigenous to the
Soccskargen T’boli people from the Cotabato region.
Cotabato,
Sarangani, South It is woven in order to celebrate and pay tribute to major life
Cotabato, Sultan events such as birth, life, marriage, or death within the
Kudarat community. The cloth is woven from abaca fibers and is naturally
dyed from bark, roots, and certain plants. The fabric undergoes
a unique tie-dye process where it is tied in specific knots
measured by finger or knuckle length, and dipped in dyes in
order to create ornate patterns that indicate precision in
craftsmanship. This is denoted by a distinctive tri-color scheme;
the background is painted black while the pattern is white, which is then tinted predominantly with
shades of red. However, it is not unusual to see creative variations in such a traditional pattern.
Region 13: Kayam Ethno Band
Caraga Region Is the premier band of the Caraga State University
Agusan del Norte, advocating the importance of arts and the variation of
Agusan del Sur, skills of every individual. The Kayam Ethno band is a
Dinagat Islands, modern band group by nature that adheres to the
Surigao del Norte, preservation of the music. It pursue to the musical
Surigao del Sur preservation. The group also encourage students to
promote entertainment to the school and society in
general.

Bangsamoro The colorful, thriving culture of Muslim Mindanao is

Autonomous showcased in Cotabato City with a grand festival marking
the 29th anniversary of the Autonomous Region of Muslim
Region in Mindanao (ARMM). The celebration consists of various
Muslim events to be held from July till December.
Mindanao
(BARMM) The festival, dubbed “2018 Pakaradjaan sa ARMM,” is
Basilan, Lanao del organized by the office of ARMM Gov. Mujiv Hataman. It’s
Sur, Maguindanao, being held on the open grounds of the Office of the
Sulu, Tawi-Tawi Regional Center (ORC) complex in Cotabato City, seat of
the ARMM government since 1990.
National The Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film
Capital Region Festival is a film festival in the Philippines held
(NCR) annually during the month August at the Cultural
Manila Center of the Philippines Complex and various
cinemas. Its aim is the development and promotion
of Filipino independent films. The film festival is
organized by the Cinemalaya Foundation, Inc. with
the support of the Cultural Center of the Philippines
and Econolink Investments, Inc.

Cordillera With its vision of bringing arts closer

Administrative to the people, the museum houses
the artist’s collections of his own
Region works, as well as those of
(CAR) acknowledged Filipino masters and
Abra rising contemporary artists. The
Apayao granary gods, lime containers, native
Baguio
implements, weapons and other
Benguet
Ifugao
outstanding examples of indigenous
Kalinga arts and crafts of the Cordilleras are
Mountain Province also highlighted – a reminder of the
rich material culture and traditions of
the northern Philippine highlands that
has fascinated BenCab since the
1960s, and part of the reason why he
has made Baguio home since the mid-80s.

The Bencab Museum is committed to the promotion of the arts, and the preservation, conservation
and protection of the environment, as well as the culture and traditions of the Cordilleras, as an
expression of the artist’s gratitude to the country that nurtured and inspired an artistic career that
continues to grow, mature and fascinate.
ACTIVTY 1
Consider yourself as a Contemporary Artist in the 21st century. In the seven major forms of Contemporary
arts, select one and explain your work.
Essay Rubric Excellent Good Good Poor
4 pts 3 pts 3 pts 1 pt
Reasons, Facts, Multiple reasons and Some facts and Few facts and No reasons or facts
Statements facts support the reasons are given to reasons are given given to support
answer to the essay support the topic and/or reasons do anwer to the essay
question laid out in sentence. not support topic question.
the topic sentence. sentence.
Examples Specific, meaningful Some examples, non Few examples given No examples given
examples are given specific which help to support reasons to support the facts
to back-up the support the reasons and facts; examples and reasons in the
reasons and facts and facts in the that are given do not essay.
stated in the essay. essay. support the facts or
reasons stated in the
essay.
Conclusion Conclusion restates Conclusion restates Conclusion is unclear No conclusion.
the essay question in the essay question and confusing.
a way that reminds but does not fully Conclusion fails to
the reader of the wrap up the ideas in restate the essay
answer the the essay the essay. question and wrap
question and wraps up the essay.
up the essay.

MODIFIED TRUE OR FALSE. Read each item carefully. Write T if you found that the statement is correct. If not,
change the underline word to make the statement correct. Write your answer on the space provided before the
number.
___________1. Contemporary art is the art of today, produced by artists who are living in the twenty-first
century.
___________2. Art form that appeals to the sense of hearing, composed by combining notes into harmony is
called music.
___________3. Art form of language through the combined use of words, creating meaning and experience is
called literature.
___________4. Art form of performance. Dramatic text is portrayed on stage by actors and actresses and are
enhanced by props, lights and sounds is called theatre.
___________5. A technological translation of theater, special effects are utilized to enhance the story telling is
called film.
___________6. Art produced at the present period in time, includes and develops from postmodern art, which is
itself a successor to modern art.
___________7. Art of the human form, body is used, mobilized and choreographed in a specific time, form and
space is called dance.
___________8. Structure that meant to be used as shelter, its art relies on the design and purpose of the structure
is called Architecture, Designs and Allied Arts.
___________9. Artwork, such as painting, photography, or sculpture, that appeals primarily to the visual sense
and typically exists in permanent form is called Visual Arts.
___________10. Art made and produced by artist living today.
 RESEARCH ON VARIOUS
CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS

Arrange the jumbled letters to form the words related our topic. Use the clues provided to answer this activity.
ERP ACILLOON STAR 1. Arts are for ritual purposes or for everyday use.
IIAMLCS REA 2. It is characterized by geometric designs and patter selecting focus from the
believers.
SSANHPI ARE 3. Art became a hand maiden of religion, serving to propagate the Catholic faith and
thus support the colonial order at the same time.
NAMERICA AER 4. Filipino playwrights began to write plays in English. In the beginning of the 20th
century, new urban pattern that responded to the secular goals of education, health
and governance was imposed.
EEAASJNP AER 5. Preference was given to the indigenous art and traditions of the Philippines.
REDNOM EAR 6. It is referred to as “traditional compared to contemporary art.
ECORATMRONPY RAT 7. It is an art of today produced by artists living of today. It is a fluid term, and its use
can change depending on the context.

PHILIPPINE ART HISTORY

In Pre – colonial Philippines, arts are for ritual
purposes or for everyday use. Art of the ancient Filipinos
were woven into the fabric of everyday life. They do not
PRE-COLONIAL ARTS / ETHNIC ARTS

refer to art as we do today. That is, as an expression of

an individual, and seen largely in galleries and concert
halls. They do not distinguish forms into different
categories like music, theater, visual arts, etc. Everyday
expressions were all integrated within rituals that
marked significant moments in a community’s life, like
planting, harvesting, rites passage, funerary,
ceremonies, weddings, among others. (crafted from:
Faludette May Datulin et. al, 2016. Contemporary
Philippine Arts of the Regions p. 15)

In this simple activity alone evolved ritual, music,

dance, theater and yes even literature. When they told
stories about the hunt, this form of oral story telling
marked the beginnings of the literature. When they
imitated movements of the animals they hunted, this
marked the early beginnings of theater or play acting. When they learned to add drum beating and
attach rhythm to their movements, they have given birth to music and dance

The pre- colonial peoples of the Philippines already possessed a varied and vibrant
musicale culture. The country’s indigenous cultures through the existence of ethnic musical
instruments such as pipes , flutes, zithers, drums, various string instruments like kudyapi a three
stringed guitar, the kulintang – an array bossed gongs, the gansa or flat gong, bamboo percussion
instruments, and the gong – large bossed gong.

(13TH Century to the Present)
Islamic is characterized by geometric designs and pattern selecting focus from the believers.
Even before the coming of Spanish colonizers, Islam was already well entrenched in Southern
Philippines. Filipino Muslims recognize that they belong to an ummah or a community of believers.
Central to the Islamic faith is the doctrine of or unity of God. This belief emphasizes the
impermanence of nature and the incomprehensible greatness of the Divine Being.

In Islamic art we can observe how artist are influenced by the notion of the Tawhid, we will
find that the interior of mosques are covered with elaborate patterning in the form of reliefs to
ISLAMIC ERA

draw the attention away from the concrete object, in other words away from human forms and
nature” toward the contemplation of the divine” ( source: Faludette May Datulin et. al , 2016.
Contemporary Philippine Arts of the Regions p. 19)

Happenings during Islamic era

•Sultanate of Sulu was established Sayyid Abbubakar
•Qur’an or holy text was introduced
•Building of religious school called Madrasah
•Natives from Yakans , Basilan and Zamboanga were converted to
Islam
•Islamazation process In Mindanao became strong.
•Islam became the religion and as a way of life of people in
Mindanao (Tausug, Maranao, Maguindanao, Yakan, Samal,
Badjao).
Art became a hand maiden of religion, serving to propagate the Catholic faith and thus support
the colonial order at the same time. Religious orders were dispatched to convert the natives to
Catholicism as part of the larger project culturally as religious art, lowland Christian art or folk art.
During this period, cruciform churches following the shape of the latin cross were built. In keeping
with the prevailing, they were characterized by grandeur, drama, and elaborate details that
purposely appealed to the emotions.

The use of adobe, limestone or brick and the construction of thick buttresses or wing like
projections reinforce the church structure to make it more resistant to earthquake. In other words,
the result is a fusion of both native and European elements, prompting some art historians to refer
to the style as colonial baroque or Philippine or tropical baroque. (source: Faludette May Datulin
et. al, 2016. Contemporary Philippine Arts of the Regions p. 31)
SPANISH ERA
(1521 – 1898)

Important Happenings related to art during Spanish era

•Western musical instruments were introduced, pipe
organ, violin, guitar, and piano
•Musical form based on Catholic faith have emerge in the
Pasyon – the biblical of Christ’s passion chanted in an
improvise melody.
•Kundiman became a vehicle for conflict – the lyrics were
that of unrequited love, except that the love object was
the Philippines who would be cleverly concealed as
beautiful woman.
•Mangyans made the baybayin script made of bamboo poles cut into smaller nodes that are carved
used to composed short poems, expressing one’s feelings and other emotional concerns.
•Pomp and pageantry of religious processions were introduced.
•Zarzuela was introduced, it was an opera which features singing and dancing with prosed dialogue
which allowed the story to be carried out in a song.
•Folk dances such as carinosa, pandango, polka , dansa and rigodon, habanera, and tango were
introduced.
•Visual arts, and paintings must be visual interpretation of biblical texts center to Catholic
devotion.
 In the American regime, commercial
and advertising arts were integrated into
fine arts curriculum. Moreover, Americans
favored idyllic sceneries and secular forms
of arts. Because the lingua franca of this
(1898 – 1940) to the Post war Republic

period was English, poems and stories from

books were dramatize in classroom, to
facilitate the teaching of the English
language. Unlike, the Spanish, the
Americans passionate thought their
AMERICAN ERA

(1946 – 1969)

language through an efficient public school

system.

In less than decade, Filipino

playwrights began to write plays in English. In the beginning of the 20th century, new urban pattern
that responded to the secular goals of education, health and governance was imposed. The new
patrons of the arts included the Americans who engaged in governance and education, business
and tourism. The demand for artists who could do illustrations in textbooks or graphic design to
product labels thus emerged. The inclination towards genre, still life and portrait paintings
persisted. Landscapes on the other hand, became cherished as travel souvenirs, especially those
that captured the exotic qualities of Philippine terrain. In 1909, a year after the establishment of
the University of the Philippines, its School of Fine Arts was opened. It also offered a course on
commercial design to fulfill the aforementioned demand. For some time, the academic ( a term
referring to the kind of art was influenced by European academies) tradition of painting and
sculpture in the manner of Amorsolo and Tolentino prevailed in the art scene.(crafted from:
Faludette May Datulin et. al , 2016. Contemporary Philippine Arts of the Regions p.28 -29)

Since the Japanese advocated for the culture of East Asia, preference was given to the
indigenous art and traditions of the Philippines. This emphasized their propaganda in Asia. Under
the Japanese occupation of Manila, the Modern Art Project would slow down in pace. Early
moderns and conservatives alike continued to produce art and even participated in KALIBAPI
(Kapisanan sa Paglingkod ng Bagong Pilipinas) sponsored art competitions.
Nevertheless, art production once again tilted to fulfill the agenda and demands of the new
colonial order. The Japanese forces led the formation of the greater East asia Co – Prosperity
Sphere, a propaganda movement that sought to create a Pan – Asian identity rejected Western
JAPANESE ERA
(1941 – 1945)

traditions. The productions of images, texts, and mu sic underwent scrutiny.

In music, the composer National Artist Felipe de Leon was said to have been commanded to
write AWIT SA PAGLIKHA NG BAGONG PILIPINAS. Declared as the anthem specifically for the
period, it conveyed allegiance to the nation reared in East Asia, where Japan was actively asserting
its political power.

Genre paintings were the most widely

produced, particularly those that presented a
neutral relationship between Filipinos and the
Japanese through works that showed the
normality of daily living. (crafted from:
Faludette May Datulin et. al, 2016.
Contemporary Philippine Arts of the Regions p.
15)
 Modern era in the Philippine art began after World War 2 and the
granting independence. Writers and Artists posed the question of

(Neo Realism, Abstraction Modern styles)

national identity as the main theme of various art forms.
It is referred to as “traditional compared to contemporary art. The
styles of modern art for example are now part of art and curricula and
have become academic.
The most well- known proponent of Modern art painting is Victorio
Edades whose work were initially rejected and misunderstood but later
MODERN ERA

on his modernist sensibility was shared by several artists. In this era artists explored various
mediums, techniques and themes that were at that time considered “new”.
There was an exploration of subject matter, content, and form. Using modernists figuration,
many of the artists explored folk themes and also crafted commentaries on the urban condition
and the effects of the war.
Modern artists do not aim to copy and idealize reality; instead, they change the colors flatten
the picture instead of creating illusions of depth, nearness and farness. They depict what might be
thought of as “ugly “and unpleasant instead of the beautiful and pastoral.
Another strand of Modern art is abstraction. It consists of simplified forms, which avoided
mimetic representation. It is sometimes referred as nonrepresentational or non-objective art as
it emphasizes the relationship of colors, line, space or the flatness of the canvas rather than an
illusion of three dimensionality. (crafted from: Faludette May Datulin et. al, 2016. Contemporary
Philippine Arts of the Regions p. 15)
Contemporary art is much different from Modern art as it said earlier modern art is referred
“traditional” compared to contemporary art. How would that be? An example is the work of
Fernando Amorsolo, he painted his painting “Harvest Scene in 1942. At that time, the painting
was considered contemporary. Today, we refer to that work as an example of Modern art
produced during Japanese era. But some of the artists continue to produce work ‘til today and in
that sense their works can be describe as contemporary by virtue of being of the present.
What contemporary really is? Contemporary art is an art of today produced by artists living of
today. It is a fluid term, and its use can change depending on the context.
Philippine Contemporary Art was an offshoot of social realism brought about by Martial Law.
Arts became expression of people’s aspiration for a just, free and sovereign society.
Artists use mixed media. Their artworks are site specific, process - based and they integrate
various art forms.
CONTEMPORARY ART

Contemporary art has the following characteristics;

a. collaborative / participative
b. interactive
c. Process - oriented (meaning that there is less emphasis on the finished
product and a single author or creator. There is a wide range of strategies,
media and techniques)
d. Site specific (they cannot be experienced in the same way if we remove
from their original place.
Contemporary art is distinguishable from Modern art in historical, stylistic,
and cultural terms. (crafted from: Faludette May Datulin et. al , 2016.
Contemporary Philippine Arts of the Regions p. 15)
Important Happenings during the rise of Contemporary Art

• Many cultural projects ensued amid the backdrop of poverty and volatile social
conditions under the leadership Of Ferdinand Marcos and Imelda Marcos in 1965
• Martial Law was Declared on September 21, 1972
• New Society or Bagong Lipunan was built by Marcos in which the main focus is to
rebirth the lost civilization and aspiration to modernization and development in which
the main vision is to combine the fine arts, architecture, architecture, interior design,
tourism, convention city building, engineering , urban planning, health and among
many others through an art and culture program.
ACTIVITY 2
Make a self-portrait and explain the medium and techniques you used, as well as the style you choose. If
you cannot draw, take a selfie and retouch according to the style you prefer. Explain.
ART RUBRICS EXTRAORDINARY ABOVE AVERAGE AVERAGE BELOW AVERAGE
5 PTS. 4 PTS. 3 PTS. 2 PTS.
Understanding The artwork is The artwork is The art work is The artwork shows
Demonstrartion that planned carefully; planned carefully; planned adequately; little evidence of
instructions and understanding of all understanding of understanding of understanding the
concepts are concepts and most concepts and some concepts and concepts and
understood. instructions is instructions is instructions shown. instructions.
clearly shown. shown.
Craftsmanship/ Skill The artwork shows The artwork shows The artwork shows The artwork shows
Neatness, precision, outstanding good craftmanship, average below average
care. craftsmanship,with with some attention craftmanship and craftmanship and
clear attention to to detail. attention to detail. little attention to
detail, detail.
Creativity/ The artwork The artwork The artwork The artwork
Originality demonstrates demonstrates some demonstrates an demonstrates little
Inventiveness, original personal personal expression average amount of personal expression
expression of ideas expession and and logical problem personal expression. and problem solving
and imagination. outstanding solving skills. skills.
problem solving
skills.
Effort The student put The student put The student put The student put
What it takes to forth extraordinary forth the effort forth the effort forth the effort
finish the project as effort to complete required to required to finish required to finish
well as possible, the project well as complete the the project; used the project; used
time dedicated to possible; used class project well; used class time class time
the project inside time extremely well. class time well. adequately. adequately.
and/or out of class.

IDENTIFICATION. Read each item carefully and identify which era or time being described in the statement.
Choose your answer on below. Write the letter of your choice on the space provided before the number.
A. PRE-COLONIAL ERA B. ISLAMIC ERA C. SPANISH ERA D.AMERICAN ERA
E. JAPANESE ERA F. MODERN ERA G. CONTEMPORARY ERA

_____1. Artists use mixed media. Their artworks are site specific, process - based and they integrate various art
forms.
_____2. Artists do not aim to copy and idealize reality; instead, they change the colors flatten the picture instead
of creating illusions of depth, nearness and farness.
_____3. Genre paintings were the most widely produced, particularly those that presented a neutral relationship
between Filipinos and the Japanese through works that showed the normality of daily living.
_____4. Commercial and advertising arts were integrated into fine arts curriculum.
_____5. Mangyans made the baybayin script made of bamboo poles cut into smaller nodes that are carved used
to composed short poems, expressing one’s feelings and other emotional concerns.
_____6. Artists uses geometric designs and pattern selecting focus from the believers.
_____7. Artists uses art as a form of ritual.
PREPARED BY:

BENEDICK P. CABLING
SHST-II

CHECKED BY:

MARIA DOLORES D. JARNAGIN

SHSMT-II / SUBJECT GROUP HEAD

APPROVED:

MERCEDITA S. FERNANDEZ
PRINCIPAL II