Contemporary

Philippine Arts
from the Regions
Quarter 1 – Module 5:
Elements and Principles of
Contemporary Art
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions-Grade 11/12 Self-
Learning Module (SLM) on Combination of Different Art forms as seen in Modern
Times: The Subject and Elements of Art!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the Combination of Different Art forms as seen in Modern Times: The
Subject and Elements of Art. The scope of this module permits it to be used in
many different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse
vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be changed to
correspond with the textbook you are now using.

You are expected to evaluate contemporary art forms based on elements and
principles. CPAR11/12CAP-0c -e-6

This module consists of only 1 lesson, namely:

 Lesson 1 – Elements and Principles of Contemporary Art

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Identify and explain different elements and principles of contemporary
arts.
2. Reflect the art work of the Filipino artists in the past based on the
elements and principles of contemporary art in today’s life.
3. Create an art work that shows the elements or principles of
contemporary art.
 What I Know

Welcome to Module 5 CPAR Learners!! In module 1 you learned already the

elements and principles of arts. In this module, you will know the five elements and
principles of contemporary art that usually used by the artists, and these elements
and principles will be used to evaluate the artwork of the Filipino artists in the
history of contemporary art that previously tackled in module 4. But before
studying this topic, try and answer the questions below to determine how much
you already know about the lesson. Follow the directions below.

I. Direction: Write the correct answer on the blank provided before each
statement. Choose your answer from the given choices inside the box.

Performance Appropriation
Hybridity Technology
Space

1. It is the usage of prints, images, and icon to produce another art form.
2. It is to interpret various human activities such as ordinary activities
such as chores, routines and rituals, to socially relevant themes such
as poverty, commercialism and war.
3. It refers to the distances or areas around, between, and within
components of a piece
4. It is the usage of unconventional materials, mixing of unlikely materials
to produce an artwork.
5. This art is used in extensively by the mainstream media in
advertisement, and by film-makers to produce visual effects.
6. It gives the viewer a reference for interpreting an artwork.
7. It is the use of pre-existing objects or images with little or no
transformation applied to them.
8. This art is computer-generated, such as a scanned photograph or image
drawn using vector graphics software using a mouse or graphics tablet.
9. It is an art that combines past from the present.
10. It is a contemporary art movement in which artists work with frontier
areas of science and emerging technologies.
11. Art form that is performed and positioned in the specific area such as
public places.
12. It is the area or part of the composition that an object or subject
occupies.
13. It is an art that interpret various human activities such as ordinary
activities such as chores, routines and rituals, to socially relevant
themes such as poverty, commercialism and war.
14. It is the taking over, into a work of art, of a real object or even an
existing work of art.
15. It is the intentional borrowing, copying, and alteration of existing
images and objects.
Lesson
Elements and Principles of
1 Contemporary Art
The elements and principles of art and design are the foundation of
the language we use to talk about art. The elements of art are the visual
tools that the artist uses to create a composition. The elements and
principles of art are line, shape, color, value, form, texture, and space
discussed in module 1. But in this module, we focus on the five elements
and principles of contemporary art that the artists usually use. These are
appropriation, performance, space, hybridity, and technology.

What’s In

In your previous lesson, you have learned about Filipino artists and
their contribution. One of the famous artists in the Philippines is Fernando
Amorsolo. His paintings are known for depicting rural and urban Filipino life
in the early 20th century. His works show the Filipino culture and traditions
in the ideal light and what our country should envision when thinking about
our culture.

You also learned Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan, also known as the

National Living Treasures, the award given to a person or group of artists
recognized by the Philippine government to contribute to the nation's
cultural heritage. These previous lessons help you understand how to
evaluate contemporary art forms based on contemporary art's elements and
principles.

Let's try to review what's you've learned in the past lesson. Answer the
question below.

Question: What are the roles and contributions of the Gawad sa Manlilikha ng
Bayan awardees? Give two.

Answer:
 What’s New

Great job Learners!! Are you now ready to learn our lesson? So, we
are going to discuss about the elements and principles of
contemporary arts.

Let’s think about this! Try to evaluate the meaning of Fernando Armorsolo’s
painting.

Activity 1: Picture Analysis!

Instruction: Evaluate the painting made by Fernando Amorsolo.

https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/1372/a-small-collection-of-
fernando-amorsolos-paintings

Essential Questions:

1. Describe what the painting represents.

Well done, Learners! Identifying the picture and answering the essential questions
in activity one is assumed to have gained knowledge about this activity, which will
help you, prepare to answer in the next activity! Okay, let’s begin!! Follow the
instruction below.
Activity 2: Word Puzzle!
Instruction: Arrange the following rumbled letters below to identify the elements
and principles of contemporary arts.

1. PROAPPNOITAIRP

2. FORPERECMAN

3. ACESP

4. DITYBRIHY

5. NOTECHYGOL

What is It

From the previous activities, you learned how to identify an artist's painting
by answering the essential questions and know the elements and principles of
contemporary arts by arranging the word puzzle in activity 2.

In this part, to understand more about the topic, you will read and
comprehend the discussion presented in this portion. You will learn about the 5
elements and principles of contemporary arts. Many artists consistently use these
5 elements and principles in this generation. Let us proceed!

Elements or Principles of Contemporary Art

Appropriation

Existing artworks are appropriated to produce another artwork.

Usage of prints, images, and icons to produce another art form.
Combines past from the present. Revives interests to existing forms of art.
Performance

Performance evolved to “emphasize spontaneous elements of chance”.

Interpreting various human activities such as ordinary activities such as chores,
routines and rituals, to socially relevant themes such as poverty, commercialism
and war.

Space

Arts transforming space. For example, flash mobs, art installations in malls and
parks.
Art form that is performed and positioned in a specific space such as public places.

Hybridity

Usage of unconventional materials, mixing of unlikely materials to produce an

artwork. For example, coffee for painting; miniature sculptures using crayons.

Technology

Usage of technology in the creation and dissemination of art works.

Video phenomenon from MTV to Youtube. Recording performances, video posting,
sharing, live streaming.

Contemporary Art Forms

Painting

A painting is an image (artwork) created using pigments (color) on a surface

(ground) such as paper or canvas. The pigment may be in a wet form, such
as paint, or a dry from, such as pastels.

Weaving

The art of making cloth with yarn or thread is known as weaving. The pattern is
made by pulling the threads together on a loom. The threads are locked at right
angles to form the fabric. The horizontal threads are known as warp and the
vertical threads are known as weft.

Dance

Is a performing art form consisting of purposefully selected sequences of human

movement. This movement has aesthetic and symbolic value, and is acknowledged
as dance by performers and observers within a particular culture.
 What’s More

Based from the discussion you have just read, answer the following questions for
us to know your understanding about the elements and principles of contemporary
arts.

Activity 3: Elements and Principles of Arts

Instruction: Discuss and explain the following:
1. Based on your own understanding, explain the five elements or principles of
contemporary arts.
 Appropriation

 Hybridity

 Space

 Performance

 Technology
2. Evaluate the following contemporary art forms based on the five elements
and principles of contemporary arts.

Contemporary Art
Forms/Elements Painting Weaving Dance
and Principles

Appropriation

Hybridity

Space

Performance

Technology
 What I Have Learned

Good job learners!!! Have you enjoyed the previous activity? How about another one
for you to deepen your understanding about this topic? Can you do it? Let’s begin!

Activity 4: Research for one artwork found in your region and evaluates this
artwork based on the elements and principles of contemporary art.

Format:

Name of Art Work:

Contemporary Art Form:
Element/Principle:
Name of Artist:
Place where the artwork is made:
Elements and Principles

Appropriation

Hybridity

Space

Performance

Technology
 What I Can Do

Excellent work, learners! You have made this far. In this time, you are going to
apply what you have gained from this module. Let’s have this activity!

Activity 5: Artistic Mind!

Create a collage or draw a poster that shows the contemporary art form in the
Philippines. Try to evaluate your own masterpiece. Answer the essential questions.

Criteria Score
Relevance to the topic 30%
Originality 25%
Creativity 20%
Color Harmony 15%
Visual Impact 10%
Total 100%

Essential Questions:

1. What is the meaning of your collage or poster?

 2. What are the elements and principles applied in your collage or poster?

3. How does your collage or poster related to contemporary arts?

Assessment

Congratulations, you made it! You will further be tested on the concepts that you
have learned in this module. Are you ready?

I. Direction: Evaluate contemporary art forms based on the elements and

principles. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

Literature
1. A shirt that features William Shakespeare, who is considered by many to be
the greatest writer in the English language and written by like, “SO LIT.”
a. Appropriation c. Hybridity
b. Performance d. Space

2. Dance
Group of students performing a flash mob and forming a star to celebrate
their institution’s centenary.
a. Appropriation c. Space
b. Hybridity d. Technology

3. Sculpture
Crayons are engraved meticulously to create sculptures with different
designs.
a. Appropriation c. Performance
b. Hybridity d. Space

4. Music
The use of video and Internet for livestreaming, video posting, sharing and
even recording performance.
a. Performance c. Space
b. Hybridity d. Technology
5. Theater
An International Filipino playing a dead person at the Philippine
International Art Festival.
a. Appropriation c. Hybridity
b. Performance d. Space

II. Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct, and FALSE if the statement
is wrong. Write your answer in the blanks provided.

1. Negative space is the background or area surrounding an

object in a composition.

2. Rhythm is created when various visual elements are

repeated.
3. Variation is the use of the same lines, shapes, textures,
and colors within an artwork.
4. Unity is obtained when all parts of a design are working
together as a team.
5. Space is the element of art that helps create the illusion of
a foreground, middle ground and background.

III. Direction: Give and explain briefly the five elements and principles of
contemporary arts.

Elements and Principles

 Additional Activities

Research at least two art forms from different regions (ex. one from
SOCSKSARGEN, and one from Davao). Present your answer through a poster.

1st Region:

2nd Region:

References

Book Sources:
Angelita Benavides-Perez, Philippine Contemporary Arts Expressionsand Experimentations, 5c
Brilliant Creations Publishing, Inc. 2016

Online Sources:

https://artofed-uploads.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/2015/12/The- Contemporary-
Elements.pdf

https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/1372/a-small-collection-of- fernando-amorsolos-
paintings