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MODULE 2
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
CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE
changed dramatically through the 20th century and into the 21 st century period. Famous artists,

ARTS FROM THE REGIONS

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 MODULE 2
Total hour per module : 4 hours
Time allotted per lesson : 1 hour
VARIOUS CONTEMPORARY
Days allotted per module : 4 days
ART FORMS AND THEIR PRACTICES
FROM THE VARIOUS REGIONS
QUARTER :3
SEMESTER : 2nd

CONTENT STANDARD
Locallyof
Demonstrates appreciation Developed Self-Learning
contemporary Material
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
 This module is NOT FOR SALE
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authors do not represent nor claim ownership over them.
 LESSON
VARIOUS 1
CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS FOUND IN THE
PHILIPPINES AND THEIR PRACTICES FROM THE
VARIOUS REGIONS

LET US KNOW, WHAT YOU KNEW?

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

LET’S DISCUSS

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
Ilocos Norte, Ilocos the 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
Marinduque, Reyes was presented in Marinduque in
Occidental
Mindoro, Oriental February 18 & 19, 2010, only the second time it
Mindoro, Palawan, was seen on the island after more than a
Romblon century. This 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
Bicol Region style. A simple if not naive world view is conveyed in most Bicol anecdotes. Animal stories
Albay, Camarines abound, involving either tricksters or ungrateful animals The monkey seems to be a favorite.
Norte, Camarines
Sur, Catanduanes, Outstanding in folklore is the tale of Juan Osong, counterpart of the Tagalog Juan Tamad.
Masbate, Sorsogon Bicol's creation 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
Capiz, Guimaras,
Iloilo, Negros several towns of the province of Aklan, Panay Island. The
Occidental biggest 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.
Samar, Leyte,
Northern Samar, The most expected aspect of the Pintados festival are
Samar, Southern the festive dancers, painted from head to toe with
Leyte designs 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
Peninsula Lanao. It is derived from a story in the
Zamboanga del Darangen, the Maranao interpretation of the
Norte, Zamboanga
del Sur, Zamboanga ancient Indian epic, the Ramayana. The
Sibugay name of the dance 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
Mindanao on it. However, it was more than just a residence, it was
Bukidnon,
also a communal house where affairs of the community
Camiguin, Lanao del
Norte, Misamis were 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
Davao del Norte, fibers, that’s why the weavers of dagmay are dreamers
Davao del Sur, literally and figuratively speaking. Dagmay comes from the
Davao Occidental, weavers’ encounter in a dream, a revelation from the
Davao Oriental goddess and 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.
 LET’S DO THIS!

ACTIVTY 1
Consider yourself as a Contemporary Artist in the 21 st 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 No conclusion.
the essay question in the essay question unclear and
a way that reminds but does not fully confusing.
the reader of the wrap up the ideas in Conclusion fails to
answer the the essay the essay. restate the essay
question and wraps question and wrap
up the essay. up the essay.

ASSESSMENT

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.
 LESSON 2 RESEARCH ON VARIOUS
CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS

LET US KNOW, WHAT YOU KNEW?

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.

LET’S DISCUSS

PHILIPPINE ART HISTORY

COLOPRE-

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.
NIAL

They do not refer to art as we do today. That is, as an

SPANI ISLA
MIC

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
ERA

Philippines. Filipino Muslims recognize that they belong to an

Art became a hand maiden of religion, serving to
SH

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
) to the Post war RepublicAMERICAN ERA
ERA

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
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
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
 EMPOCONT MODE JAPAN
ESE
Since the Japanese advocated for the
culture of East Asia, preference was given to
the indigenous art and traditions of the
ERA ERA
Modern era in the Philippine art began after World War 2 and the
RN

granting independence. Writers and Artists posed the question of

national identity as the main theme of various art forms.
It is referred to as “traditional compared to contemporary art. The
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
RARY

LET’S DO THIS!

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.

ASSESSMENT

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.

SUMMARY

Philippine contemporary art is part of culture. As a reader, and viewer, you gain a deeper knowledge about what
the contemporary Filipino artists do or did, and why and how they do or have done it. In doing so, you get to
develop appreciation and gratitude for their artistic endeavors.
Today, most Filipino contemporary artists still deal with current concerns that affect our country. They provide
ways to allow the audience to participate in the experience. They acknowledge their Filipino roots by using native
and indigenous materials in their artwork which show a growing sense of pride in being Filipino.

HISTORICAL OVERVIEW OF THE PHILIPPINE ARTS

(Fajardo and Flores, 2002)
PaintingMFOR

PRE- SPANISH AMERICAN JAPANESE POST-WAR 70s-

COLONIAL PRESENT
>pots >religious icons >landscapes >wartime >modern >figurative
>body >portraits >portraits scenes >conservative >non-
ornaments >still life >propagand >abstract figurative
>jewelries a >experimenta >arts for
Indegenizing l art’s sake
Sculpture

>pots >santos >free-standing

and >public >multimedia
>carvings >furnitures >reliefs orientalizing >transmedia
>woodworks >reliefs >public works
>metalworks >jewelries >idylls
>metalwork
Architecture

>dwellings >church >city planning >public Real estate, safe housing,

>houses >plaza complex >parks works accessories, tenements,
>shelters >town planning >waterfronts squatters, convention arch,
commercial/ businesses,
>worship >fortification >civic/ govts
condos, malls, subdivisions,
areas >civic buildings and structures
developments, low-cost
>official installations >public works
housing
residences >private residences >apartmens
>mosque >commercial >residences
>masjid structures >offices
>state >cemeteries >health and public
edifices >bridges education
>lighthouses >chalet
 Contemporary arts comprise of many art forms in which each of each having a unique class and
ideology; Practical art, industrial arts, applied / household arts, civic arts, commercial art, agricultural art,
Business art, fishery art, medical / clinical art, culinary art and performing art.
In the Philippine art history, since Filipinos were influenced by different colonizers, it gave us an
opportunity to learn many art forms during the different eras.
 Ethnic era emphases on the integral life
 Islamic era focuses on geometric designs
 Spanish era teaches us about faith and catechism
 American era emphases on secular forms of arts
 Japanese era focuses on Orientalizing
 Modern era teaches us about national identity and
 Contemporary era teaches us about social realism.
Our forefathers and artists might experience bumpy and cranky along their journey on these eras
but nevertheless it inspired and motivated them to pursue their passion in arts, thus it gives us a clear
explanation how and why we have the so called – contemporary arts.