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GRANT INSTITUTE OF TRADE AND TECHNOLOGY
Green Valley Subdivision,

San Pablo City, Laguna
Senior High School Department
Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions
(Day 1)
Activity 1 (Part 1)
Directions: Read each number carefully and choose the correct answer. Write your answer
on a sheet of paper.
1. In this art tradition, art forms were primarily influenced by the area where our
ancestors prosper.
a. Ethnic Tradition c. American Colonial Tradition
b. Spanish Colonial Tradition d. Contemporary Art Tradition
2. In this art tradition, art forms were primarily influenced by religion.
a. Ethnic Tradition c. American Colonial Tradition
b. Spanish Colonial Tradition d. Contemporary Art Tradition
3. In this practice of art, the main theme of artworks is national identity.
a. American Art c. Modern Art
b. Contemporary art d. Spanish Art
4. In this practice of art, artworks mirror contemporary culture and society.
a. American Art c. Modern Art
b. Contemporary art d. Spanish Art
5. This element of art can be illustrated as horizontal, vertical, curve, or circular.
a. Color c. Line
b. Form d. Shape
6. Cone, sphere, and cylinder are some examples to illustrate this element of art.
a. Color c. Line
b. Form d. Shape
7. This principle of art represents a pattern in an art caused by the repetition of
certain elements of art.
a. Harmony c. Movement
b. Rhythm d. Variety
8. Which of the following artworks is made during the Ethnic Tradition of Philippine
Arts?
a. Manunggul Jar c. St. Metropolitan Cathedral
b. The Oblation d. Art Installation
9. Which of the following artworks is made during the Spanish Colonial Tradition of
Philippine Arts?
a. Manunggul Jar c. St. Metropolitan Cathedral
b. The Oblation d. Art Installation
10. Which of the following is a principle of art?
a. Form b. Line c. Movement d. Texture
Part II
Directions: Complete the graphic organizer by supplying 5 words that you think
relates Philippine Arts, Then, write three sentences that explain why you think those
words are associated with the given main idea. Write your answer on a yellow pad.
➢ Ethnic Tradition
Ethnic architecture in the Philippines refers to different forms of folk and vernacular
architecture found among the different ethnolinguistic communities in the country.
These forms include dwellings, whether permanent or makeshift, granaries,
fortifications, places of worship, and other temporary structures.
Ethnic architecture is created by the different ethnolinguistic communities in the

Philippines, from lowland communities to communities in the Cordilleras, the
Visayan islands, Mindanao, and other adjacent islands. Ethnic architecture draws
inspiration mainly from the environment, specifically, the climate, terrain, vegetation,
and fauna around it. It also responds to communal and social needs—the need to be
safe from hostile and marauding tribes and to interact with fellow human beings.
Characteristics/Features
• Art forms are primarily influenced by the geographical location and the experiences
of the Filipinos. In this time, the purpose of arts is integral to life. Arts reflected the
pagan beliefs and practices, everyday activity such as fishing and farming, and
specific decorative art pattern to the community.
Various Art Form from The Regions

• Angono Petroglyphs- it is situated in Binangonan, Rizal. It was discovered by the
National Artist, Carlos “Botong” Francisco in 1965
.
• Manunggul jar- it is found din Manunggul Cave, Lipuun Point, Palawan in the early
1960’s. Manunggul Jar is a burial jar which signifies the belief of early Filipino in life
after death.
• Banga- it literally means pots. The banga or pot dance is a performance of Kalinga of
the Mountain Province of the Philippines.
Spanish Colonial Tradition

The Spanish colonization of the Philippines from 1565 to 1898 brought about profound
changes in the life and art of the Filipinos. Although some indigenous art forms survived, new
forms and influences from Europe and America gradually became the dominant culture
• Art forms were primarily influenced by religion and secularization. In this time,
Spaniards used arts to propagate the Catholic faith.

• Langit, lupa, at Impyerno- this wall was created by Josef Luciano Dans and will be
found in St. James the Apostle Church in Paete, Laguna. This painting was dated
1850 and depicts the heaven, crucifixion of Christ; earth, Adan and Eve; and hell.
• St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral- it is located in Burgos, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.
The origin structure was built in 1574 and replaced as a church in 1641.
Activity 2
Directions: You will have to search for contemporary art from ethnic traditions, and you will
have to present their output.
(Day 2)
Activity 3
Direction: Choose one Art forms from the regions in Ethnic traditions. Then, write an essay
about their chosen Art form.
American Colonial
• Modern Art it refers to the practice of arts from 1860’s to 1960’s. The main theme of
the artworks in this time is national identity.

• The Making of the Philippine Flag- this painting was made by Fernando Amorsolo,
‘Grand Old Man of Philippine Art” and born in Manila. It shows a reminder of a
reminder of traditions and customs of the Filipino.
• Bayanihan- Carlos “Botong” Francisco was born in Angono, Rizal. This painting by
him was dated in 1962. This mural painting shows the Filipino’s bayanihan tradition.
Contemporary Arts Tradition
• Contemporary Arts- it refers to the practice of art from 1970’s to the present.
Contemporary arts mirror contemporary culture and society. Diverse and emerging art
practices were being introduced in this era.

• Cinco Marias (Tres Marias Series)- Federico Aguilar Alcuaz was born in Sta. Cruz,
Manila. It depicts the variety of domestic activities.
• Art Installation in Sand Dunes of Paoay- Leeroy New is one of the Philippines
contemporary artist. He is born in General Santos City. This art installation was made
for the La Milagrosa Festival in Ilocos Norte.
Activity 4.
Directions. In this activity, the students will be divided into groups. Choose one art forms
based on the traditions then present it in front of the class.
(Day 3)
Activity 5
Directions: Create a Venn diagram, and then write the similarities and differences of the Art
forms from the Regions in Spanish Colonial Tradition.
Elements of Art
1. Space
In visual arts, space pertains to emptiness which may either be positive space or
negative space. Positive space refers to a part which is enclosed in a shape, while negative
space refers to the opposite part which the shape is enclosing.
2. Line
In visual arts, a line is a series of connected points. It may come in two characteristics;
Form- curved, dotted, or broken lines; and direction- vertical, horizontal, or diagonal lines.
3. Shape and Form
Shape is an area that is enclosed by a lines or lines. Shapes are two dimensional
figures with height and width.
Forms are thee dimensional figures. Its dimensions are height, width, and volume.
Unlike shapes, it has more depth.
4. Color
In visual arts, color is associated with the natural phenomenon in our environment.
Scientifically, when a light passes through a prism, it will produce different hues of different
wavelengths.
5. Value
In visual arts, value is considered a property of a color which pertains to its lightness
or darkness.
6. Texture
In visual arts, texture is the element that appeals to our sense of feel on things, rough,
smooth, bumpy, or slippery.
Assignment 1
Directions: Search online about the Principle of Arts. Write your answer on your notebook.
(Day 4)
Principle of Arts
1. Proportion
It refers to the relationship of the size of elements in a body of art. For example,
when drawing a human standing beside a house, it is important to ensure that the size
of the human is proportional to the size of the house.
2. Harmony
In visual arts, harmony is the unity of the artwork, specifically about the
arrangement of the related elements.
3. Variety
In other terms, variety may be referred to as diversity. This means adding

multiple, different elements to break the monotony of an artwork and make it more
interesting.
4. Movement
In arts, movements are the illusion of motion in painting, sculpture design, or in

a piece of art.
5. Rhythm
This refers to the repetition of certain elements to produce a pattern. In visual

arts, repeated design elements may create a certain flow and may lead the viewer’s
eyes.
6. Balance
It refers to the even and equal distribution of elements.
7. Emphasis
Emphasis is a principle which may refer to the greater impact given on a certain
element.
These elements and principles of arts are essential to understand the meaning of a
piece of art clearly and deeply. As we described some art forms from the various
regions through the development of Philippine arts, let’s use the elements and
principles of arts to understand it.

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GRANT INSTITUTE OF TRADE AND TECHNOLOGY

Green Valley Subdivision,

Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions

Ethnic architecture is created by the different ethnolinguistic communities in the

Various Art Form from The Regions

Spanish Colonial Tradition

Various Art Form from The Regions

Various Art Form from The Regions

Contemporary Arts Tradition

Various Art Form from The Regions

In other terms, variety may be referred to as diversity. This means adding

In arts, movements are the illusion of motion in painting, sculpture design, or in

This refers to the repetition of certain elements to produce a pattern. In visual

It refers to the even and equal distribution of elements.

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