Contemporary Philippine

Arts from the Regions

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 Overview
Different kinds of local artworks have sprung not only in the urban centers of the
country and in schools of arts of different educational institutions but also a lot
more of never before seen or heard art forms from the countryside have made
known and have become renowned. The seeming isolation and distance of
many communities in far flung regions have kept the beauty and significance of
countless forms of Philippine art.
This lesson will teach us everything about arts produced by Filipino artists
rooted from their own culture and tradition. Various contemporary art practices
from every region will also be included.
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 Grading System

Written Works – 25%

Performance Tasks – 50%

Quarterly Assessment – 25%

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 Contemporary Art
Forms and Their
Practices
from the Various
Regions
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 Learning Competencies
❏ Describe various contemporary art forms and
their practices from the various regions.
CAR11/12IAC-0a-1

❏ Discuss various art forms found in the

Philippines CAR11/12IAC-0b-2)
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 What’s contemporary?

Deep-
Archaic rooted
Present-
Modern Classic
day
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 What is Contemporary Arts?
• Contemporary Art is the art of
today, produced by artists who are
living in the twenty-first century.
The 21st century will begin with 1
January 2001 and continue through
31 December 2100.
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 What is Contemporary Arts?
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.
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 Classification of Philippine Contemporary Arts
(7) Major Art Forms
PAINTING
SCULPTURE
ARCHITECTURE
FILM
LITERATURE
MUSIC AND THEATER
DANCE
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 The Philippine Contemporary Arts can be described into visual
arts, literary arts and performing arts.

VISUAL ARTS LITERARY ARTS PERFORMING

ARTS
Painting Literature
Dance
Sculpture (Prose, Poetry,
Architecture Music
Drama)
Film Theater
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 Visual Arts
Contemporary Philippine visual arts
encompasses a wide range of styles and
mediums, from traditional painting, sculpture,
and printmaking, to newer forms of expression
such as digital art, installation, and performance
art. Many contemporary Filipino artists explore
themes of identity, history, and cultural
heritage, often reflecting the complexities of
the Philippines' diverse social and political
landscape.
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 Literary Arts (Literature)
• Literature is a term used to describe written and sometimes
spoken material (Lombardi, 2020).
• It is derived from the Latin word literature meaning “writing
formed with letters”, it refers commonly to works of the creative
imagination including poetry, drama, fiction, nonfiction, and in
some instances, journalism, and song.
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 Literary Arts (Literature)
Contemporary Philippine literature includes
a variety of genres, such as poetry, fiction,
and non-fiction. Many Filipino writers
explore themes of social justice, cultural
identity, and political upheaval. Filipino
literature is known for its rich storytelling
tradition, which draws on the country's
diverse cultural heritage.
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 Performing Arts
Philippine contemporary performing
arts encompass a wide range of styles
and mediums, reflecting the country's
diverse cultural heritage and modern
sensibilities.
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 Let’s take your “take”!
What are the common
themes highlighted in
contemporary
Philippine arts?
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 Contemporary Art
Forms and the
Practices from the
Various Regions
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 Visual Arts
Painting
Painting is an expression of ideas and emotions,
with the creation of certain aesthetic qualities, in
a two-dimensional visual language. The elements
of this language—its shapes, lines, colors, tones
and textures—are used in various ways to
produce sensations of volume, space, movement
and light on a flat surface.
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 BenCab (Benedicto Reyes
Cabrerais)

A painter known for his expressive and

colorful works that blend traditional
Filipino themes and motifs with modern
techniques and styles.
National Artist of the Philippines for
Visual Arts (Painting) in 2006
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 BenCab (Benedicto Reyes
Cabrerais)
• Sabel is arguably the most identifiable work of Bencab. Sabel was
the name of a homeless vagrant who wandered the streets of
Bambang where the artist used to stay.
• The muse captured the mind of the artist as her makeshift clothing
(made out of throwaway plastic sheets) created different shapes
while she moved around, scavenging for food.
• Tatler Trivia: With a measure of 96" x 72" (244 cm x183 cm), Bencab's
2003 oil-on-canvas Sabel is one of the largest singular-figure pieces
from the artist's Sabel series. In 2015, it was sold for a
whopping PHP46.72 million during León Gallery's September
auction.
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 Visual Arts
Sculpture
Sculpture is an art form in which hard or
plastic materials are worked into three-
dimensional art objects. Filipino sculptures
came to be known in the middle of the 19th
century.
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 Sculpture (Luzon)
The Cordillera region in northern
Luzon is known for its traditional
woodcarving and weaving. They
create works that explore the
intersection of tradition and
modernity, often featuring traditional
Cordilleran motifs and materials
such as wood and bamboo.
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 Sculpture (Visayas)
The Visayan region is known for its
vibrant and colorful festivals.
Sculptors create works that capture
the energy and vibrancy of Visayan
culture, often featuring dynamic and
playful figures and forms.
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 Sculpture (Mindanao)
The southern island of Mindanao is
home to a rich diversity of
indigenous cultures. They create
works that celebrate the rich cultural
heritage of Mindanao, often
featuring traditional motifs and
symbols such as the sarimanok and
the okir.
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 Visual Arts
Architecture
Architecture is the art and practice of
designing and constructing buildings
(Cambridge Advanced Learner’s Dictionary
& Thesaurus). In relation to that, Philippine
architecture was characterized as simple,
rational and functional.
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 Architecture (Luzon)
The Cordillera region in
northern Luzon is known
for its traditional
vernacular architecture.
They create works that
incorporate traditional
Cordilleran materials
such as wood and stone,
as well as traditional
design elements such as
pitched roofs and
elevated structures.
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 Architecture (Visayas)
The Visayan region is
known for its colonial
architecture. They create
works that incorporate
traditional design
elements such as
colonnades and
arcades, as well as
modern materials and
techniques.
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 Architecture (Mindanao)
The southern island of
Mindanao is home to a
rich diversity of
indigenous cultures.
They create works that
celebrate the rich cultural
heritage of Mindanao,
often incorporating
traditional materials and
motifs such as bamboo
and Islamic geometric
patterns.
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 Visual Arts
Film
Film is a form of visual art use to imitate
experiences that communicate ideas,
stories, or feelings with the use of moving
images. It is also called a movie or motion
picture. Moreover, the art form that is the
result of the film is called cinema (Faber &
Walters, 2003).
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 Visual Arts
Film
Contemporary Philippine film is a dynamic and
rapidly evolving industry that produces a wide
range of films, from independent and
experimental works to blockbuster hits. Filipino
filmmakers explore a range of themes and
genres, including social realism, comedy,
romance, horror, and action.
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 Contemporary Film in the Philippines

Luzon
The northern island of Luzon is home to a vibrant film industry, with
major studios and independent filmmakers producing films in
various genres.

Visayas
The central island group of the Visayas has also produced notable
contemporary films, often focusing on the unique culture and
traditions of the region.
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 Contemporary Film in the Philippines

Mindanao
The southern island of Mindanao has a burgeoning film
industry, with filmmakers exploring the rich cultural
heritage and diverse communities of the region.
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 Performing Arts
Dance
Dance refers to the movement of the
body in a rhythmic way, usually to
music and within a given space, for the
purpose of expressing an idea or
emotion, releasing energy, or simply
taking delight in the movement itself.
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 Performing Arts
Dance
Contemporary Philippine dance is a fusion of
traditional and modern styles, incorporating
elements of folk dance, ballet, and modern dance.
Many Filipino choreographers draw on
traditional cultural forms and rituals, creating
innovative works that reflect the country's rich
dance heritage.
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 Contemporary Dance in the Philippines

Luzon
Luzon is home to a diverse range of contemporary dance styles,
often incorporating traditional folk dance and modern dance
techniques. They create works that explore social and political
issues, as well as personal and emotional themes.

Visayas
Visayas is known for its vibrant traditional dance culture. They
often incorporate Visayan dance elements into their works,
creating a unique fusion of traditional and modern dance styles.
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 Contemporary Dance in the Philippines

Mindanao
Contemporary dancers from Mindanao often incorporate
traditional dance elements such as the pangalay and the singkil.
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 Performing Arts
Music
According to Ramon P. Santos in his article entitled
Contemporary Music, Contemporary music in the
Philippines usually refers to compositions that have
adopted ideas and elements from twentieth-century
art music in the West, as well as the latest trends and
musical styles in the entertainment industry.
Filipino Music had already a rich and unique musical
tradition long before westerners set foot on our
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native land.
 Performing Arts
Music
Contemporary Philippine music is a vibrant and
diverse mix of traditional and modern genres,
including folk music, pop, rock, hip-hop, and
electronic dance music. Filipino musicians are
known for their distinctive vocal style and their
ability to blend different musical influences to
create unique and innovative sounds.
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 Contemporary Music in the Philippines

Luzon
The northern island of Luzon is home to a diverse range of
contemporary music styles, including pop, rock, hip-hop, and
electronic music.

Visayas
Visayan music often incorporates traditional instruments such as
the bandurria and the kudyapi, as well as modern instruments and
techniques.
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 Contemporary Music in the Philippines

Mindanao
Mindanao is known for its traditional music styles, such as
kulintang and gong music, as well as contemporary styles that
incorporate elements of reggae, hip-hop, and rock.
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 Performing Arts
Theater
Theater is a collaborative form of fine art that
uses live performers to present the experience of
a real or imagined event before a live audience
in a specific place.
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 Performing Arts
Theater
Contemporary Philippine theater is a
dynamic and diverse art form that ranges from
traditional stage plays to experimental
productions that blend different forms of media.
Filipino theater artists often tackle issues of
social justice and cultural identity, using theater
as a platform for social commentary and political
activism.
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 Contemporary Theater in the Philippines

Luzon
Contemporary theater in Luzon often explores social and political
issues, as well as personal and emotional themes.

Visayas
Visayan theater often incorporates traditional music, dance, and
storytelling techniques, as well as modern elements and themes.
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 Contemporary Theater in the Philippines

Mindanao
Mindanaoan theater often incorporates traditional music, dance,
and storytelling techniques, as well as contemporary elements and
themes. They explore themes of identity and social justice.
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