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The Philippines is home to many contemporary arts. Its art is as rich and as diverse as its
culture. It would be difficult to categorize all the different art forms found in the archipelago
due to its sheer number and variety
Contemporary artists, or any artist for that matter, are influenced by many factors such as
religion, education, and the environment. The way they were brought up and the culture they
were raised in would indisputably have an effect, whether consciously or not, in their art.
Artists would often look at their surroundings for inspiration for their art. Their art would
reflect the traits of their city and showcase the cultural traits of their province. The
celebrations in their town or the history of their city would, in one way or another, mold
their psyche and technique.
A few decades ago, the regional differences in art were quite distinct, and it was easy to
actually identify a cultural product from one region to another. These regional differences
could readily be seen in our decorative arts and crafts (fabric, jewelry, pottery, etc.), our
music, dance, and indigenous theater.
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At present, these regional distinctions in the arts are not as apparone Especially with the
Internet, Filipino artists are more connected with each other. They share tips, techniques,
and processes with others through videos and tutorials. Artists exhibit their works and
create groups and communities through social media accounts to communicate their
advocacies. This interconnection has resulted in artists inspiring each other from all over the
archipelago. This has also resulted in an integrative art that everyone can relate to.
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Fine Arts
Most contemporary visual artists in the Philippines produced works that fall into the fine
arts category. The majority of the contemporary art produced in the Philippines are
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Paintings may be defined as a two-dimensional form of art that showcases artistic expression
created on a flat surface. Images are made by applying pigment on a prepared surface using
typica one or a combination of the following tools: brush, palette km spray, finger, etc.
There are a number of medium used for painting and other dimensional work. These include
oil, acrylic, watercolor, posto color pastel, ink, etc. These media are applied on a surface
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canvas, paper wood cardboard ele Some contemporary techniques include collages that are
pamanly done by gluing different materials such as cutouts and elippings onto a flat surface.
Contemporary arts in the Philippines stem from our interaction with the West. It ignited
during the colonization of the Americans and has since spread throughout the archipelago
and comes in different themes and forms. Its earliest incamation was for the images and
drawings for the various publications and textbooks of the American era.
Painting themes
Contemporary paintings found in the Philippines range from the academic style to that of the
modern and contemporary The themes used are also varied. The common thematie
categories in visual arts are religious, historical portraiture, still life, landscapes, nudes, and
genres
A Religious themes were the primary subject for the artworks during the Spanish colonial
times. In the present, many religiousthemed paintings can be seen in the murals of many
churches and in paintings with social commentaries like that of Joey Velasco (1967-2010)
and Renato Habulan (b. 1953)
Other than Joey Velasco's Hapag ng Pag-asa, many of his paintings depict Jesus Christ in the
present day. Renato Habulan's boceto pen and ink series shows the similarities of the
suffering of the human condition with that of the passion of Christ through the use of
Christian iconography
B. Historical themes can be seen in the works of Angono, Rizal native Carlos "Botong V.
Francisco (1912-1969) whose masterpiece Filipino Struggles through History depicts
Manila's historical events. This mural is displayed in the Manila City Hall, Other historical-
themed works include Blood Compact. First Mass at Limasawa, etc.
C Portraiture paintings are used to commemorate personalities and are seen in many formal
institutions such as government offices. It started during the rise of the Ilustrados during the
Spanish colonial times. It was and has been a symbolism of one's rise to power and wealth.
Many artists started their careers as portraiture artists such as loilo-born Antipas Delotavo
(b.1954)
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and Rafael del Casal, a favorite portraiture artist of the Philippine elite who was the
commissioned artist to create the portrait of San Pedro Calungsod in 2000.
One of the most ubiquitous portraiture paintings seen in the Philippines are the official
portraitures of Philippine presidents. The latest as of writing is the official portrait of
President Rodrigo Duterte by Davao artist Daryl de Leon Descallar (b. 1963).
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D. Still life is a work of art that portrays inanimate objects. It was traditionally composed of
a basket or bowl of fruits and flowers in vases on a table. One of the most notable and earliest
still life artists was Paz Paterno. She was born in Sta. Cruz Manila in 1867 and died in 1914.
More contemporary artists who were notable still life artists were the Filipino-Chinese Ang
Kiukok (1931-2005) and the cubist and Kapampangan artist Vicente Manansala (1910-
1981) who created still life paintings that feature items and ingredients one would find in a
typical Filipino kitchen.
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E. Landscapes depict the beauty of the outdoors. It can be that of the natural environment
such as the countryside or the sea; it can also include rural scenery and urban landscapes
Many early Filipino landscape artists made use of the academic style under the guidance of
Fernando Amorsolo. One such artist was Martino Abellana (1914-1988) who also became a
mentor to generations of Visayan artists and is referred to as the "Dean of Cebuano Painters."
Later artists such as Diosdado M. Lorenzo (1906-1984) veered away from the realistic
scenes depictions to a more modernist take on landscape painting Manuel Baldemor
(b.1947) of Paete, Laguna transformed hometown into simple geometric forms and imbibed
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F Nude, as a subject of painting in the Philippines, was rare before the twentieth century but
has since been an accepted and popular subject in Philippine contemporary visual arts. Early
contemporary nudes can be seen in the works of Fernando Amorsolo (1892-1972) and his
characteristic Dalagang Bukid. Almost all contemporary artists in one time or another in
their career have dabbled in nudes including Ben Cabrera (b.1942), Cesar Legaspi (1917-
1994). Batangas abstract artist Romulo Olazo (1935-2015), Vicente Manansala (1910-1981),
etc.
G. Genres are paintings whose themes showcase people doing everyday activities and chores.
Earliest examples of this type in Philippine history is the Boxer Codex (1590), which
illustrated the different social classes and attires of the different inhabitants of the country
at the time. In the nineteenth century, miniature genre paintings were very popular as
souvenirs to tourists. Some genre contemporary artists include the Manila-born Mauro
Malang Santos (b.1928) known for his collection of fiesta-inspired paintings. The artist from
Nueva Ecija, Mario Parial (1944-2013). is praised for his colorful genre paintings that feature
his distinct figurative style.
Most contemporary artists do not limit themselves to a particular theme. They will
experiment and venture to other subjects to better express themselves. The same can be said
to their styles and techniques. Many would go through different styles and techniques
throughout their careers. Some contemporary artists would also try out other visual media
like sculpture, design, etc.
Activity 1
Contemporary Painting
Part 1:
Choose and research on a contemporary Filipino painting that you find interesting. Type
your research on a short bond paper. Your research should include the following
information:
Image of the painting The of the painting
Date created
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Painting theme used Meaning of the painting Reason the painting was chosen
Part 2:
Create a painting that is inspired by your chosen painting. It should be rendered on a 14 size
board. Prepare to provide the following information:
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2. Sculptures
Sculptures are artworks that are three-dimensional. The classifications of sculptures are
traditionally divided into two namely, free-standing and relief.
Free standing sculptures, also known as in the round are sculptures that are raised
independently in its given space. It can be often observed from all points of view.
Reliefs are sculptures that are raised from a background. Depending on the figure's distance
from the background, it can be also classified into bas-relief and high relief. Bas-reliefs or low
reliefs are reliefs that are slightly protruding from their background, while high reliefs are
reliefs that are prominently raised against their background, giving the sculpture more
dimensionality.
Sculptures are made by either adding or subtracting materials. Subtraction is used in carving,
while addition is seen in sculpting techniques like molding, casting, and welding. Some
contemporary forms of sculptures are not easily classified within the two categories such as
mobiles and light-related sculptures like holograms.
The Philippines has a sculptural tradition dating long before the arrival of the first colonizers.
We have casting metal, molding clay, and carving stone and wood.
Wood carving is found throughout the different regions and communities of the country. It
is used to create and decorate in items used in one's daily life such as furniture, utensils,
shelter, and transportation. This art form has existed throughout the history of the
Philippines and is still alive in many cultural hubs in the country such as Paete, Laguna and
Betis, Pampanga.
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During the Spanish colonization, the most notable sculptural pieces were the santos, which
were sculptural representations of Christ and the Christian saints. Many of these religious
iconographies can be seen in Spanish colonial churches in the Philippines,
Many of these santos are venerated, and grand religious events are centered around them.
This is especially true with the Black Nazarene in Quiapo, the Santo Niño in Cebu, and Our
Lady of Peñafrancia in Naga.
Contemporary sculpture in the Philippines can be classified into two: academic or classical
and modern, Classical style follows the aesthetics of the ancient Greeks and Romans, while
the modern style is often abstracted and is not as particular about the realistic portrayal or
representation compared to the classical style.
During the American colonial period, classical sculptures portrayed prominent people of
society and politics. This was led by the Bulacan native Guillermo Tolentino (1890– 1976)
whose sculptural masterpieces include the Bonifacio Monument and the Oblation in UP
Diliman. Tolentino was a professor at the said university and mentored other classical style
sculptors such as Anastacio Caedo (1907-1990) and Froilan Madriñan. Caedo was a
Batangeño whose most recognizable work is the memorial at the MacArthur landing site in
Leyte. Froilan Madriñan was a Paete artist who was a master in wood carving. He was a great
influence to many aspiring artists of Paete, mentoring contemporary sculptors like Luisito
Ac-ac (b.1952) who is famous for his lifelike wooden sculptures and Mario Dayo (b.1948)
who is known for his Baroque style relief murals.
One of Guillermo Tolentino's most well-known students was Napoleon Abueva (b.1930).
Abueva was born in Tagbilaran, Bohol. He is credited to be the pioneer of modern sculpture
in the Philippines and is sometimes referred to as the "Father of Modern Sculpture" in the
Philippines. Abueva's sculptures often gave a feel of playfulness. fluidity, and movement. He
has worked with various materials such as stone, metal, and concrete but still prefers wood,
particularly molave and narra. His masterpiece Allegorical Harpoon (molave. 1964) is
considered to be one of his best abstract sculptural works.
Other contemporary sculptors that show evidences of Abueva's influence are Renato Rocha
(1937-2001) and Ros Arcilla (b.1938). Renato Rocha was born in Uson, Masbate: he
apprenticed under Anastacio Caedo and later with Napoleon Abueva. His works are critically
acclaimed, winning a streak of competitions in 1960-1965. His style is described as figurative
abstraction, and like his mentor he prefers to work with wood. Ross Arcilla has worked with
an array of materials such as wood, jade, aluminum, bronze, and glass. Like his mentor,
Rocha's style is similarly of abstraction and geometric simplification. He hails from
Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Many other figurative expressionist sculptors emerged in the late 1970s such as Julie Lluch
(b.1946) who was born in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte. Her early works were terra-cotta
sculptural portraits of family and friends which further developed to her trademark
expressive depiction of women. Another expressionist contemporary sculptor is Quezon City
artist Agnes Arellano (1949). Arellano's dramatic sculptures of cast and modeled plaster and
synthetic marble she calls inscapes focuses on the essential meaning of a figure rather than
just its surface appearance.
Other contemporary sculptors that follow the modernist philosophy include: Antique-born
painter, sculptor, and graphic designer Jerry Navarro Elizalde (1924-1999) whose sculptural
work is evocative of indigenous tribal art, making use of woodcuts and other found
materials; Solomon Saprid (1917-2003) who is well known for his bronze sculptural that
make use of welded pieces, giving it a rough impression, and for his series of sculptures
entitled Tikbalang; and Conrado Mercado (1945) of Bustos, Bulacan who initially gained
fame from his beaten aluminum reliefs and opencage construction.
The contemporary sculptural arts mentioned is but a drop in the river of talented and unique
sculptors the country has to offer. Every day, new talents are emerging and discovered
Activity 2 - Museum Visit
Visit a museum and look for a contemporary sculpture that you like Conduct a research on
the artist of your chosen artwork, and share with the class. If photography is allowed, take a
photo to show it to the class
DECORATIVE ARTS AND CRAFTS The decorative arts and crafts of the contemporary times
stem from the traditional indigenous crafts found throughout the country. Here are some
examples of contemporary decorative arts found in the country
Pottery
Pottery tradition in the country has survived for centuries. Early pottery artifacts have
shown the skills and artistry of our pottery makers. They made everyday items such as food
containers and water vessels, and some are created for formal and ritualistic purposes as
burial jars or as figurative mementos.
In Vigan, Ilocos Sur, the pottery tradition is still alive with their high-temperature pottery
called burnay. It is used as a container for a variety of things like water, salt, wine, etc. These
earthenware are heated in giant kilns that occupy Pegli an area as big as half of a city block.
In contemporary times, studio pottery is quite popular. Studio pottery is a handmade one of
a kind ceramic that is sought after by collectors.
Carving
Filipinos are excellent carvers. This is perhaps due to our long history with the art. Many
traditional arts and crafts in the country are products of carving. Here are examples of such
time-honored sculptural crafts that are still seen and made today
The Ifugao's rice god or the bullis represented through carved wood and is used as a
decorative element throughout their daily wares The Muslims of Western Mindanao carved
geometric patterns and stylized images of plants and animals called okir. Popular decorative
motifs are the sarimanok and the naga. These are used as decorations in their houses, boats,
instruments, containers, weapons. and utensils. Similar carving processes are found within
the tribal groups of Mindanao like the Tausugs, the Maranaos, and the Badjaos. Tagbanuas
of Palawan carve animal sculptures used as ritual objects or sometimes as decorations for
their houses and trinkets for their children.
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Weaving
Philippine textiles are often made from indigenous plants such as piña, abaca, maguey, and
cotton. Traditional weaving methods can still be seen in the different towns in the llocos
Region, Many of the woven products such as blankets called binakol and pinilian are brought
to Manila and abroad and sold as handicrafts. In the mountain provinces, the ikat process is
being revived. The ikat is a dyeing process that involves resist-dyeing and dyeing to achieve
a desired pattern, after which the fibers are then woven.
The ikat is the same dyeing process used by the tribal groups of Mindanao like the T'boli,
Bagobo, Mandaya, etc. Their ikats are designed with stylized animal figures such as birds,
lizards, frogs, and humans. The Bagobos add beads to the woven fabric to increase its beauty.
Basket weaving is also alive in the different regions. Notable examples are the backpacks of
the Mandaya tribe in Eastern Mindanao and the decorated bags of the Bagobo. Also worth
mentioning are the woven baskets of the Tagbanua tribe in Palawan with their iconic conical
cover called basag.
Another weaving decorative art is mats. These traditional floor coverings typically made of
pandan, swamp grass, bamboo, and palm leaf provide cool relief from the country's humid
environment. The mats of Basey, Samar are especially artistic with being decorated with
bright lively colors and embroidered with flowers, peacocks, and fantasy settings.
Metalwork
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peacocks, and fantasy settings. These mats can be made to order to have the name and the
portrait of the owner. Also colorful are the sesed mats of the Maranao. The designs of the
Maranao mat are made with patterns of stripes or plaid
Metalwork
Based on archaeological records and recovered artifacts, the Filipinos were skilled
metalworkers. Many amazing Jewelries and ornaments discovered from different sites prove
the early Filipinos'talent. Perhaps the most remarkable of the find is the collection of
procolonial gold jewelry that consists of ornaments, earrings, necklaces, goldwoven belts
and sashes. Alhough many have been lost, the remaining ones displayed at the Ayala Museum
show the mastery and technical skill of the early Filipino metalsmiths.
Metal ornaments and jewelry are found in different regions. These are often considered as
one's prized possession and are passed from one generation to another. Metalwork found in
the country comes in different forms. These can come as the tiny bells by the Bagobo that
they attach to their possession and small brass or gold jewelry pieces like necklaces
decorated with animal figures.
The Maranaos from Tugaya, Lanao del Sur are the largest manufacturer of brassware in the
Philippines. One of their most popular products is the gador or decorated brass urns made
using the lost-wax process.
It is good that many of our traditional decorative arts and crafts are still made today.
Demands from local and foreign patrons have kept it alive. But continuous efforts and
patronage have to be made to make sure these ethnic traditions survive for future
generations to experience and appreciate
Activity 3 - Art Design
Choose an object or item that you use in your everyday life. Redesign your chosen object
using design elements from the different ethnic groups in the Philippines. Draw your design
on a V4 size illustration board.
CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS
Many contemporary art forms cannot be easily classified and categorized following the
traditional definitions. Some contemporar to art forms blur the distinctions between the
disciplines and genres Some are products of new technological advancements and cannot be
categorized using the outdated definitions, hence the need to class them under their own
heading as contemporary art forms.
Collage
Collage is the method of combining printed images with other flat media and pasted on a
canvas or board. This contemporary art method first came about in the early 1900s as part
of the experimentation of the cubists Picasso and Braque. They made use of cutouts of
newspaper that were pasted onto their paintings. Collages create a great variety of texture
and color not found in traditional painting. Contemporary artist Dina Gadia (b. 1986), born
in Anda, Pangasinan, uses collages to highlight focal interest while creating new results, as
well as Jonathan Benitez (b.1971), a Palawan-based painter and collage artist bom in Iligan
City, Mindanao. He incorporates collages as a discourse on consumerist aims of advertising
and environmental awareness.
Assemblage
Assemblage is a term used by French artist Jean Dubuffet in 1952 to describe a series of
artworks made from paper collages, wood scraps, and other found objects. Although it
started with small scale pieces, recent development in this contemporary art form has
included larger objects and discards. Assemblages often blur the distinction between
painting and sculpture. Among the pioneers in assemblage art by Concepcion Hernia Lianben
(b.1948). He was born in Manila on April 21, 1948. He used indigenous found materials for
his artworks in the 1960s. He placed twigs and small branches on top of carved wooden
panels as commentary on forest devastation
Roberto Feleo's (b.1954) works called Sapin-sapin show a combination of different pieces,
both found and made, that portray traditional, historical, iconic, and popular images.
Mobile
The mobile is a sculptural work that is suspended from the ceiling or a protruding base. It is
typically made with a number of balancing rods dangling in different lengths carrying one or
more elements. This was pioneered by the American artist Alexander Calder. The mobile is
an example of a kinetic sculpture since it is moving due to its interaction with the wind
Contemporary artists who have created mobiles include bronze sculptor and designer
Eduardo Castrillo (1942-2016) and premier glass sculptor Ramon Orlina (b. 1944).
Performance Art
Performance art is a mix of visual arts and performing arts. Its early incarnations were the
Happenings of the Dada Movement in the 1916. The medium used in performance art is the
artist himself, and the artwork is the acting and the movements of the artist Music and sound
are often incorporated in the performance. Words and dialogues are not given as much focus
compared to the movements. A performance, to be considered performance art, should be
done in front of a live audience. Artists would often include various disciplines in their art
such as digital art, videos, fashion, etc. Performance art can be done spontaneously or
rehearsed. It can be done in a simple manner or as a large scale event
Some notable artists who have dabbled in the field of performance art is international
Filipino artist David Medalla (b.1948) whose performance Brother of Isidora gained him
recognition from other artists both here and abroad. Medalla was born in Manila and has
since based himself in cities such as London, Paris, and New York. Other than performance
art, he also expresses himself in other forms of visual arts such as painting, sculpture,
installation, and kinetic art. Danny C. Sillada (b. 1963), like Medalla, is a multi-talented artist.
Born in Davao Oriental. Sillada is a painter, poet, musician, installation artist, and a
performance artist. He combines music and art in his performance art.
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Installation Art
Installation art is a form of contemporary art that involves the arrangement of objects in a
given space. It is associated with the conceptual art and the Dada movement. Installation art
i s intentionally designed to be experienced as a temporary work of art.
It incorporates different materials that may include traditional sculptural materials as well
as videos and digital media. It can be designed to be very simple or very complex, Installation
art often takes into consideration the viewers of the art and allows them to move around the
work and immerse themselves within the art, making the audience and their reactions part
of the artwork
Some contemporary Filipino artists who have gained recognition for their installations are
Leeroy New (b.1986) and Aze Ong. Leeroy New hails from General Santos City. He uses the
things around him for inspiration for his different artworks that range from fashion,
sculpture, and the other fields of visual arts. One of his installations was geared toward the
awareness and rehabilitation of the Pasig River. It was entitled Bakawan Floating Island
Project which he collaborated on with urban designer Julia Nebrija. Aze Ong is known for her
trademark crocheted art pieces. Her art pieces consist of colorful, organic, and fluid crochet
pieces inspired by her stay with the ethnic group of Talaandigs from Bukidnon. Many of her
pieces are interactive and invite the viewers to touch, play, and even wear them. Her
installations have been exhibited in many museums in the country such as the Yuchenco
Museum where she exhibited an 8.83 meter high crochet installation entitled Liwanag sa
Kawalan ng Kulay and Liwanag at the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
Activity 4 - Contemporary Artists
Create a chart of the artists mentioned in the lesson, and classify them using the template on
the next page.
Activity 5 Research
Conduct a research on a contemporary visual artist in your hometown or province. Your
research will be compiled with those of your other classmates to create a compendium of the
artists in your province or
town.
The research should have the picture of the artist and the following information:
Date of birth
Place of birth • Hometown or province
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Contact information (website, Facebook, Twitter, DeviantArt, etc.) • Summary of early life or
childhood • Educational background
Career history Exhibitions Awards Samples of important artwork (provide images)
References
REVIEW • Paintings are two-dimensional form of art that showcase artistic
expression created on a flat surface. Portraiture painting is used to commemorate
personalities and is
seen in many formal institutions such as government offices. • Still life is a work of art that
portrays inanimate objects.
Landscape paintings depict the beauty of the outdoors. It can be that of the natural
environment such as the countryside or the sea; it can also include rural scenery and urban
landscape. 'Genres are paintings with themes that showcase people doing
everyday activities and chores. ►Sculptures are artworks that are three-dimensional. The
classification of sculpture is traditionally divided into two, namely free-standing and relief.
Classical art are artworks that follows the aesthetics of the ancient
Greeks and Romans. • Modern style is often abstracted and is not as particular about
the realistic portrayal or representation compared to the classical
style. • Contemporary art forms cannot be easily classified and
categorized following the traditional definitions. Some contemporary art forms blur the
distinctions between the disciplines and genres. Collage is the method of combining printed
images with other flat media and pasted on a canvas or board. Assemblage is a term used by
French artist Jean Dubuffet in 1952 to describe a series of artworks made from paper
collages,
wood scraps, and other found objects. • Mobile is a sculptural work that is suspended from
the ceiling or
a protruding base. Performance art is a mix of visual arts and performing arts. Installation
art is a form of contemporary art that involves the arrangement of objects in a given space.
Lesson 3
Contemporary
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IVIusic, dance, and theater have been a part of our culture. Their ephemeral quality is one of
the reasons they are so special Music can affect our mood. The Filipinos are a people of song
and dance,
MUSIC
Filipinos love to sing No celebration is complete without a karaoke or videoke machine. It is
an art form that is very close to the hearts of the Filipinos. Its contemporary forms are a
product of ethnic and colonial influences. Among our colonizers, the most influential to the
contemporary arts would no doubt be the Spaniards. Through them, the European tradition
has greatly influenced the Philippine contemporary music
On the next page are examples of musical forms that are still seen in the present