Local materials used in creating

different art in different regions

Presented by: Group 3

Insights
The Philippine archipelago,
though divided by sea, share their
own culture, showcased by each
region's raw materials at the
production of local handicrafts,
artworks, woodwork, architecture,
clothing, etc.
Local Materials
Used in creating Art In Diffferent Regions

Capiz shells Coconut shells

Bamboo Charcoal
Abaca Rattan
Pineapple fiber Clay
Pandan
Windowpane oysters
Or Capiz Shells
The windowpane oyster or
popularly known as the Capiz
shells is abundant in the
coastal waters of a province
in the Philippines called Capiz.
It is an important icon in the
Philippine culture as it can be
inculcated into many
Philippine products like
jewelry, interiors, walls,
ornaments, and more.
Windowpane or Capiz
shell Chandelier and
Jewelries

BAMBOO CRAFT
Bamboo crafts permeate all aspect of
Philippine life. It is prominent in
Maasin, Iloilo and considered as
Bamboo capital of the Philippines. It is
used for house construction, musical
instrument, and more. Bamboo skin
can be woven into mats or baskets. It
is used for everyday use as
well as for festive occasions

Bamboo Furniture
and Handicrafts
 Abaca
Abaca comes from a species of banana that is
abundant in different regions in the Philippines
especially in Catanduanes which is the country's top
producer of abaca fiber. It has a great economic
importance and it is harvested for its strong, versatile
fiber that can be woven into home and fashion
accessories such as wall coverings, rugs, tapestries,
bags, hats, shoes, slippers, carpets, clothing, and
more.
 Abaca
Handicrafts and
kitchenwares
 Pineapple fiber

Luisiana, Laguna being an agricultural

municipality is blessed with abundant
Pandan trees among other regions in the
Philippines. Pandan fibers contributes
significantly to the traditional handicrafts
industry as it is versatile enough to be
woven into wide range of quality
products such as mats, baskets, hats,
wallets, and even fancy items among
others.
Pineapple fiber Textile
in fashion industry
Pandan
Laguna being an agricultural
municipality is blessed with abundant
Pandan trees among other regions in
the Philippines. Pandan fibers
contributes significantly to the
traditional handicrafts industry as it is
versatile enough to be woven into
wide range of quality products such
as mats, baskets, hats, wallets, and
even fancy items among others.
Pandan Handicrafts
Coconut shell
Coconuts which is leading in Davao, is
considered as the tree of life for
having many uses. "Bao Nut" or
coconut shells as one of those that
can be used to make an art. Once
emptied out of their juice and meat,
they are usually repurposed into coin
banks, soup bowls, plant holders,
lamps, household accessorries, and
other items that could suit their
owners' needs.
Coconut shell
Handicrafts
 Rattan
Rattan takes on many wonderful
curving forms as it is able to be
bent and curved. Its light, golden
color brightens a room or outdoor
environment and instantly conveys
a feeling of a tropical paradise. It
is mostly used in the making of
furnitures. In Philippines, Cebu is
the heart of rattan furniture.
Other rattan products include
bags, household accessorries,
hammock, takraw balls, baskets,
and more.
Rattan Furniture
and Handicraft
Charcoal
Lime thorns and charcoal are
used by "mambabatoks" in
applying tattoos in the province
of Kalinga. After dipping the
thorn in the ink prepared with
charcoal, it is pierced into the
skin. The thorn is tapped with a
bamboo stick to penetrate
deeper. They make everything
from small designs, to tribal
prints, to animal figures that
symbolize health and
prosperity.
Wang -ods lime thorn
and charcoal tattoo
Earthenware clay
Earthenware clays were
some of the earliest clays
used by potters in Batanes
and in other regions in
Northern Luzon, and it is the
most common type of clay
found. These clays are
highly plastic, or easily
worked, and can be sticky.
It has many uses such as the
making of pots, vases,
bowls, water container,
plates, bricks, and more.
Earthenware clay
pottery
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