Republic of the Philippines

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Region I
SCHOOLS DIVISION OFFICE URDANETA CITY
URDANETA CITY NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
Senior High School
Urdaneta City, Pangasinan

Name : ______________________________ Grade & Section: ____________

Date : ______________________________

STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET

QUARTER 3 – 1st Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Describes various contemporary art forms and their practices from
the various regions
Subject Matter: Integrative Art as Applied to Contemporary Arts:
Combination of different Arts Forms as seen in Modert Times
References:
https://www.slideshare.net/OphelynnCano/1-what-is-contemporary-art
https://Wikipedia,org/spolarium/Juan-Luna
https://Wikipedia,org/Starry_Starry_Night
https://www.slideshare.net/ClaireNavarro5/contemporary-art-forms?qid=913726ed-af1c-44b4-91b8-
ed76d0645af5&v=&b=&from_search=2

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

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.

Art is so important because it satisfies the needs for personal expression; it develops our skills to
express ourselves; it challenges us to see things differently; it unleashes our hidden desires and
passion; it can change our ways in life; it sees the truth that we might not understand before; likewise
it gives pleasure, satisfaction and gratification to all of us.

Art Forms work as very important means of expression developed by man; use to express beauty;
gives every human being a moment of relaxation and spiritual happiness; it even served as a channel
of man’s passion; and overcome the feelings of restlessness and loneliness.

Activity 1: Artistic Web

Direction: Ask the students to give words associated to the word “ART or ARTS” using this graphic
organizer based on the Semantic Web Map, define the term you have provided. You may choose a
varied style. Make it artistic and colorful design to become more creative.

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 ART/S

Activity 2: Art is Worth Living For

Direction: Student will enumerate at least five importance of Arts
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Activity 3: What’s the Purpose?

Direction: Student will enumerate at least five functions of Arts
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Activity 4: What a Panting!

Direction: Student will identify the painting and the painter.

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Guide Questions:
1. What is the artwork all about?
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

2. What does the artist want to convey to his/her audience?

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET

QUARTER 3 – 2nd Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Discusses various art forms found in the Philippines
Subject Matter: Integrative Art as Applied to Contemporary Arts:
References:
Charman, H., Ross, M. (2006). Contemporary Art and the Role of Interpretation: Reflections from Tate Modern’s
Summer Institute for Teachers. International Journal of Art Design Education, 1, 28 - 41.
Conti, G., Kolody, R. (1998). Guidelines for Selecting Methods and Techniques. In. Adult Learning Methods: A
Guide for Effective Instruction. M.W. Galbraith (Ed.). Malabar, Florida: Krieger publishing Company, 73 - 89.
https://www.slideshare.net/jacintosolivellasdeoleza/characteristics-of-contemporary-art,

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

Contemporary Philippine Art

The art of the Philippines refers to the works of art that have developed and accumulated in the
Philippines from the beginning of civilization in the country up to the present era. According to Santos
(2016), in Philippine art as in its culture, one notes the various shades, lines, and tones, and even the
contrasting characters that have been absorbed and blended into new forms that are particularly
Filipino.
Contemporary Arts began during the 1950s, after World War II. Artists began to experiment various
procedures and various methods of communicating their feelings, perspectives, thoughts, and
different things that they needed to communicate through Arts.
As times change, innovation, individual’s thoughts, issues, needs, and so forth change as well.
Contemporary art would now be able to be discovered any place artist can put their work. It isn't kept
in historical centers. Contemporary Philippine Arts tends to be found in the various displays, art
schools, side lanes and open spaces like train or transport stations, shopping centers, parks and malls.
Along these lines, what is basic in contemporary arts is the procedure of art-making. For most, it is
not how much cash they make from their last work but the message it wants to convey.
Contemporary Art Forms from the Regions refers to art forms that are developing in various regions
of the Philippines that relied on the existing materials in specific region or province.

Activity 1 Defining Arts

Direction: There are various art forms in the Philippines. The several major forms are listed below. In
your own understanding, give a a comprehensive definition of the following terms and give at least 2
example of each art forms.

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1. VISUAL ARTS
2. MUSIC
3. THEATER
4. FILM
5. DANCE

Activity 2: Wordy Challenge!

Direction: From the disarranged words, what should be our topic. Explain in few words the arrange
words you discover. (The teacher will make rubrics for scoring)

IN THE PHILIPPINES
FORMS VARIOUS FOUND ART

Activity 3: Correct Me If I Am Wrong

Direction: Right the word CORRECT if the statement is true. If it is incorrect the change the
underlined word to correct the statement.

1. Contemporary art is the only recent art form that reflect cultural diversity, technological
advancement, and globally influenced
2. During the pre-colonial period, pottery, woodwork and metalwork were the center of art in the
form of sculpture.
3. Contemporary art revolve around their being site-specific, process-based, collaborative and
interactive.
4. Pre-colonial Filipinos have been making images before the colonization of the islands.
5. Body ornamentation can be categorized into three areas specifically the use of costumes, jewelries
and tattoos.
6. Some of the most ancient forms are made out of terracotta, like Manunggul Jar, Leta-Leta
discovered which is dated 8th century BCE
7. Other forms of pottery flourished Northern Luzon particularly in Vigan City and currently valued
as part of its creative industry where they called it “Pagburnayan.”
8. Weaving in the Philippines takes only one form, one function and one material.
9. Original Filipino Music or OPM is a Contemporary Art Form.
10. During the Japanese Period, art form such as paintings & sculptures features wartime scene.

Activity 4: My Reflection on Art

Direction: Answer the following questions.
a. How can you use arts in your daily life?
b. Do you consider yourself as a masterpiece of the Lord’s creation? Why?

My Reflection
a. _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
b. _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

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 STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET
QUARTER 3 – 3rd Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Researches on various contemporary art forms
Subject Matter: Contemporary Arts in the Philippines:
Significant Contemporary Artist from the region (National Artists)
References:
Thaddeus, E., (2017). Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions Fastbook Educational Supply, Manila,
Philippines
https://www.slideshare.net/mobile/wilfreddextertanedo/philippine-arthistory-67264203
https://www.scribd.com/presentation/392643616/ContemporaryPhilippine-Arts-from-the-Regions-Lesson-1

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

Contemporary Art Forms Classification:

1. Visual Arts • Forms perceived by the eyes • Known as spatial arts because it is an art form that
occupy space • Includes: Painting, Sculpture and Architecture
a. Graphic Arts - Visual art forms with length and width known as two-dimensional arts; (2D Art)
Flat art can be seen on flat surface example: billboards and advertisement in magazine and print
ads (commercial arts), painting, printing, drawing, sketching, mechanical processes, computer
graphics and photography
b. Plastic Arts - Visual arts with length, width and volume known as three- dimensional
arts (3D Art) Example: Sculpture, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, City Planning
Design, Set Design, Theater Design, Industrial Design, Crafts and Allied Arts.
2. Audio-Visual Arts - Art forms perceived by both ears (audio) and eyes (video) • Known as
performing arts • Examples: Music (vocal, instrumental and mixed), Dance (ethnological, social
and theatrical), Drama (tragedy, comedy, tragicomedy, farce, melodrama, etc.)
3. Literary Arts • Art forms that are presented in the written mode and intended to be read •
Example: prose (short stories, novels, essays and plays) and poetry(narrative poem, lyric poems and
dramatic poems).

Activity 1: Artist In The Making

Direction: Create your own graphic organizer by defining the following concepts: CONTEMPORARY
ART & ART FORMS. After illustrating your graphic organizer, and give a brief description / features
of Contemporary Arts.

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Activity 2:Choose the best
Direction: Multiple Choice: Write the letter (in Capital) of the best answer on the space provided
before the number.

_____1. It is known as a contemporary art form that are presented in written mode and
intended to be read.
A. Audio-Visual Arts B. Plastic Arts C. Literary Arts D. Visual Arts
_____2. What is the common theme for Okir which is known as the flower symbol of the
ancestral home of the highest title holder in a Maranao village?
A. Torogan B. Naga C. Pako D. Sarimanok
____3. Which of the following is the BEST example of graphic arts?
A. Poem B. Photograph C. 3D Art D. Farce
____4. Which of the following is the known as the pre colonial art?
A. Handicraft B.Ceramics C. Clay D.Tattoo ____5. Which of
the following is the best characteristic of plastic arts?
A. Length B. Width C. Volume D. Art
____6. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the pre-colonial art form?
A. Religious symbols B. Animistic C. Baroque D. Trader’s influences
____7. During the neolithic era, shells were fashioned into tools as well as ornaments. The
oldest known ornaments made from cone shell were found in 1960 in the grave of an
adult male in a cave. Where do these ornaments can be found?
A. Palawan B. Cagayan C. Sgagada D. Zambales
____ 8. It is known as an attempt at contextualizing art made in today’s global context as a
reaction against standardization and commercialism.
A. Altermodernism B. Neorealism C. Postmodernism D. Contemporary
___9. Which of the following is NOT a popular art style during the Philippine Colonial
American period?
A.Manila City Hall B. Cultural Center of the Philippines C. National Museum
D. Metropolitan Theater
___10. Who is known as the father of the Filipino painting? He is also the first Filipino to
paint his face, the first self-portrait in the Philippines.
A. Juan Luna B. Felix Hidalgo C. Jose Rizal D. Damian Domingo

Activity 3: Philippine Art Time Line

Direction: Review the significant timeline and give example “Art produced” for each category found
various regions in the Philippines

A. PRE COLONIAL ART PERIOD (give 1 ex. for each art form, indicate the province)
• Pottery • Weaving
• Tattoo • Jewelry
• Carving • Metal Crafts

B. SPANISH COLONIAL ART PERIOD (1521-1898) - (give 2 ex. architechtural art)

• Byzantine Painting Style • Baroque Aesthetics
• Rococo Art • Gothic Art

C. AMERICAN COLONIAL ART PERIOD (1898-1946)-(give 2 ex. Painting/Architechture)

• Neoclassicism in Architecture • Art Deco in Architecture
From Notable Artists (Fabian Dela Rosa, Fernando Amorsolo & Guillermo Tolentino
MODERN ART :Victorio Edades • Carlos “Botong” Francisco • Galo B. Ocampo

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E. POST COLONIAL PERIOD (1946-1986) (give 1 ex. for each art form)
F. PHILIPPINE MODERN ART (1946-1970) (give 1 ex. for each art form)
G. Philippine Contemporary Art (1980s to Present) (give 1 ex. for each art form)
 Modern art * Postmodern art

STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET

QUARTER 3 – 4th Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Explains Filipino Artists ‘ roles and identify their contributions to
the contemporary arts.
Subject Matter: Contemporary Arts in the Philippines:
Significant Contemporary Artist from the region (National Artists)
References:
Roster of National Artists (according to year of conferment)
https://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/programs/awards-and-grants/thenational-artists-award/details
Guidelines governing the National Artists Awards
https://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/uploads/oldkc/files/NAAWA-2012Guidelines.pdf
GAMABA Overview (with video, links to individual awardees)
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-culture-and-arts/culture-profile/gamaba/

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

The National Artist Award is the highest national recognition given to Filipinos who have made
significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts and letters. It was created through
Presidential Proclamation No. 1001 on April 27, 1972. Jointly administered by the National
Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP), the
award is conferred by the Philippine President upon recommendation by both institutions.

In 1992, the National Commission on Culture and the Arts (NCCA) began selecting and honoring
recipients of the National Living Treasures Award, also known as Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan
(GAMABA), through Republic Act No. 7355. The lives and work of these Filipinos exhibit a dedication
to craftsmanship and excellence that are unparalleled.

Through their passion, abilities, and tenacity in passing down their heritage to the youth, many
cultural practices of indigenous communities were preserved.

Activity 1:
Direction: What do you think are the qualities of an artist? Do you possess those character traits? If
you do, state some of your artistic qualities. Write your answer on the space provided below.

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 ___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Activity 2: PINOY PRIDE

This list of local Filipino Contemporary artists includes awardees from Gawad ng Manlilikha ng Bayan
or GAMABA who are considered as our “National Living Treasures”. These awardees produce art forms
that are woven into everyday life.

Direction: Identify the different art form where each artist belong.

Artist Tribe/Region Contemporary Art Form

0. Lisa Macuja Manila - NCR Ballet
1. Ginaw Bilog Hanonou, Mangyan O. Mindoro
2. Samaon Sulaiman- Mamasa pano, Magundanao
3. Lang Dulay T’boli, Lake Sebu, S. Cotobato
4. Alonzo Saclag Lubugan, Kalinga
5. Federico Caballero Calinog, Iloilo
6. Uwang Ahadas Yakan Lamitan, Basailan
7. Eduardo Mutuc Apalit, Pampanga
8. Haja Amina Appi Sama Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi
9 .Teofilo Garcia Ilokano, San Quintin, Abra
10. Magdalena Gamayo Ilokano, Pinili, Ilocos Norte

Activity 3: PILIPINAS as Bastion of Artists

Direction: Write the letter of the best answer on the space provided.
_____1. It is the highest national recognition given to Filipino individuals who have made
significant contributions to the development of Philippine arts
A. GAMABA B. National Artist AwardC. Gawad Urian D. FAMAS

_____ 2. It is the institution which is tasked with the administration and implementation of the
GAMABA
A. IATF B. MTRCB C. NCCA D. CCP

_____ 3. A Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA) awardee receives a specially designed gold

medallion, P10,000 monthly stipends and an initial amount. How much initial amount
does an awardee receives?
A. P1,000,000 B. P10,000 C. P50,000 D. P100,000

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_____ 4. Which of the following is NOT a category under the National Artist Award?
A. Pottery B. Visual Arts C. Literature D. Theater

_____ 5. He is the first ever National Artist Awardee according to the year of conferment.
A. Jovita Fuentes B. Napoleon Abueva C. Victorio Edades D. Fernando Amorsolo

_____ 6. To become a “Manlilikhang Bayan”, a candidate must be an inhabitant of:

A a populous city B. a heritage site C. an indigenous D. a tourist spot

_____ 7. Which of the following artists is NOT a GAMABA awardee?

A. Ang Kiukok B. Uwang Ahadas C. Masino Intaray D. Ginaw Bilog

_____ 8. Darhata Sawabi is a GAMABA awardee known for which type of weaving art?
A. T’nalak B. Bagobo textiles C. Pis Siyabit D. Inabel

_____ 9. Through his works, the indigenous ukkil, sarimanok and naga motifs have been
popularized and instilled in the consciousness of the Filipino nation and other peoples
as original Filipino creations.
A. Botong Francisco B. Jose Joya C. Vicente Manansala D. Abdulmari Asia Imao

_____ 10. He is the GAMABA awardee known for making tabungaw.

A. Eduardo Mutuc B. Teofilo Garcia C. Masino Intaray D. Ginaw Bilog.

STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET

QUARTER 3 – 5th Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Explains Filipino Artists ‘ roles and identify their contributions to
the contemporary arts.
Subject Matter: Contemporary Arts in the Philippines:
Significant Contemporary Artist from the region (National Artists)
References:
Roster of National Artists (according to year of conferment)
https://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/programs/awards-and-grants/thenational-artists-award/details
Guidelines governing the National Artists Awards
https://www.culturalcenter.gov.ph/uploads/oldkc/files/NAAWA-2012Guidelines.pdf
GAMABA Overview (with video, links to individual awardees)
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-culture-and-arts/culture-profile/gamaba/

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

THE NATIONAL ARTISTS AWARD

The Order of National Artists (Orden ng mga Pambansang Alagad ng Sining) is the highest national
recognition given to Filipino individuals who have made significant contributions to the development
of Philippine arts namely; Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film, Broadcast Arts, and
Architecture and Allied Arts. The order is jointly administered by the National Commission for Culture
and the Arts (NCCA) and the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and conferred by the President
of the Philippines upon recommendation by both institutions. The Order of National Artists Award is
one of the honors conferred by the Republic of the Philippines that embodies the nation’s highest
ideals in the humanities and aesthetic expression through the distinct achievements of individual
citizens.

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1. These achievements are measured in terms of their vision, unusual insight, creativity and
imagination, technical proficiency of the highest order in expressing Filipino culture and traditions,
history, way of life, and aspirations.
2. Selection Criteria for the National Artists of the Philippines. A person to be considered in the
selection of the National Artists Order of the Philippines, he or she must possess the following
qualities, according to the Official Gazette: a) Must be a Filipino citizen; b) Work has contributed to
nation-building; c) Their distinctive style and pioneering works impacts succeeding generations of
artist; d) There is excellence in the practice of their art form; e) Their art form enriches artistic
expression or style; and f) Their work is prestigious national and international recognition.

Activity 1: Triple Matching

Direction: Complete the table by filling in the correct idea.

Name of the Artist Tribe / Region Art Form

1. Kapangkapangan,
Apalit Pampanga
2. Guillermo Tolentino

3. Tabungaw Casque Making

4. Alonzo Saclag

5. Kudyapi Local Instrument

Music

Activity 2: Pick Your Choice

Direction: Match Column A with Column B

Column A Column B
1. Levi Celerio A. National Artist for Architecture, 1990
2. Carlos P. Romulo B. National Artist for Theater and Music, 1987
3. Vicente Manansala C. National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, 1997
4. Francisca Reyes Aquino D. National Artist for Visual Arts, 1972
5. Guillermo Tolentino E.National Artist for Painting, 1973
6. Carlos “Botong” Francisco F. National Artist for Sculpture, 1973
7. Fernando Amorsolo G. National Artist for Dance, 1973
8. Lino Brocka H. National Artist for Painting,1981
9. Honorata “Atang” Dela Rama I. National Artist for Literature, 1982
10. Leandro V. Locsin J. National Artist for Music, 1997
K. National Artist for Architecture &
Allied Arts, 2018

Activity 3. Reflection on Contemporary Arts

Direction: Make a brief reflection of the following questions

1. How do awards like NAA and GAMABA aid in the preservation of our country’s cultural
heritage and national identity? How does it help future artists?
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

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 2. Can you name at least 5 GAMABA awardees? What category of folk arts did they belong?
Where are they from?
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

Activity 4: Gawad Awards

Directions: Students will define the word GAMABA and its qualification as an awardee.
Guide Questions:
1. What is GAMABA?
________________________________________________________________
2. When was it founded or institutionalized?
________________________________________________________________
3. Give at at least qualification of a GAMABA Awardee
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________

STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET

QUARTER 3 – 6th Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Evaluates contemporary art forms based on the elements and
principles
Subject Matter: Elements and Principles of Contemporary Art Forms
References:
https://artclasscurator.com/elements-of-art-examples/
https://www.slideshare.net/mobile/JoemMagante/contemporary-art-elements-and-principles
https://www.scribd.com/presentation/356797980/Elements-andPrinciples-of-Contemporary-Arts

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

What makes an art work? To deeply understand one’s creation, we must be knowledgeable about
the basic concepts of its elements and principles. Knowing these basic concepts can boost visual
literacy. Artists make more powerful art works when they utilize the principles and elements of art.

On the other hand, when viewers are more familiar with the elements and principles of art, they
can be more aware of the details and can better appreciate arts. Below are the definitions of the
inseparable concepts to further understand contemporary art works.

Elements of Art it is the building blocks of an artwork, tools artist used in creating an artwork. This
includes the Subject, Line, Form, Texture, Shape, Space, Color, and Value .

Principles of Arts & Design is the arrangements of elements or building blocks. It is the way an
artist can organized the elements of art to create a wide range of effects. It is classified into
Contrast, Emphasis, Movement, Rhythm, Proportion, Balance, Unity and Variety.

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Activity 1: Identify Me
Direction: Identify whether the following is an Element or Principle of Art. Write EA before the number
if the item is element and PA if the item is a principle.
____ 1. shape ___ 11. value
____ 2. emphasis ___ 12. texture
____ 3. contrast ___ 13. proportion
____ 4. color ___ 14. space
____ 5. movement ___ 15. balance
____ 6. rhythm ___ 16. style
____ 7. line ___ 17. harmony
____ 8. variety ____18. perspective
____ 9. form ____19. volume
____ 10. unity ____20. subject

Activity 2: Multiple Choice

Direction: Write the letter (in capital) of the best answer on the space provided.

_____1. It refers to where value is directly directed.

A. Tone B. Shade C. Contrast D. Highlight
_____2. It refers to the space around and between the subject matter
A. Negative B. Positive C. Flat D.Neutral
____ 3. What is another term for color?
A. Primary B. Hue C. Secondary D. Tertiary
____ 4. Which of the following is NOT an example of line?
A. Dot B. Wavy C. Outline D. Perpendicular
____ 5. It is being represented by the positive space.
A. Background B. Subject C. Volume D. Art
____ 6. Which among the given field of art contains an element of art?
A. Painting B. Photography C. Sketch D. Sculpture
____7. It is a form of art that can be enhanced by the following except for one.
A. Shade B. Tone C. Texture D.Color
____ 8. It is an element of art that can be defined by other elements of art.
A. Texture B. Line C. Shape D. Form
____ 9. Which of the following is NOT a geometric shape?
A. Decagon B. Leaf C. Cone D. Square
____10. It is known as the quality of a surface or the way any work of art is represented.
A. Space B. Texture C. Value D. Color

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Activity 3: What’s Up Doc?
Direction: Below is a famous and perpetual local arts found in one of the renowned state university in
the Philippines. Give your answer using the words What, When, Where, Who, and Why.

1. What kind of Art Form?

2. When it was made?

3. Where it was located?

4. Who crafted it?

5. Why it was designed

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 STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET
QUARTER 3 – 7th Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Relates the significance of arts from the different regions
Subject Matter: Significance of Arts in the Regions
References:
Solmerano, E.et.al (2017). Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions,Manila:Fastbooks educational Supply,Inc.
Santos, M. (2016).Arts and Culture
http://marsantos.tripod.com/culture.htm
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Architecture_of_the_Philippines https://www.facebook.com/notes/queenie-maria/music-
and-the-pre-hispanicphilippines-a-reflection-on-the-filipino-genius-histo/10200136713459219/
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-thearts-sca/music/philippine-music-a-historical-
overview/
https://ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca-3/subcommissions/subcommission-on-thearts-sca/music/contemporary-music/

POINTERS TO REMEMBER
According to Joan Brown, art reflects the culture of the time. It also serves as mirror of society
and life. It captures the essence and importance of things that exist in a society. Art is very
important for any group of people as it plays an important role in preserving the culture of the
society. Art in most cases, symbolizes the resources, tradition, belief and way of life of a group of
people and it is shared among them.
The arts of the Philippines reflect a society with diverse cultural influences and traditions so it
should be given importance by knowing and appreciating its foundation, history and purpose

Contemporary Philippine Art

The art of the Philippines refers to the works of art that have developed and accumulated in the
Philippines from the beginning of civilization in the country up to the present era. According to Santos
(2016), in Philippine art as in its culture, one notes the various shades, lines, and tones, and even the
contrasting characters that have been absorbed and blended into new forms that are particularly
Filipino.

Activity 1: Which is Which

Direction: Write the letter of the best answer.

1. Which of the following pictures signifies an individual or family’s wealth and prestige of the
Ifugaos?

A. C.

B. D.

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2. Artistic paintings were introduced to the Filipinos in the 16th century when the Spaniards arrived
in the Philippines. During this time, the Spaniards used paintings as religious propaganda to spread
________ throughout the Philippines.
A. Protestantism B. Catholicism C. Hinduism D. Islamic

3. Read sentences I and II, then identify which sentence/s tell/s the truth about pottery.
I. Native Filipinos created pottery since 3500 years ago. They used these ceramics jars
to hold the deceased
II. Filipino pottery was made for water vessels, plates, cups, and for other uses.
A. Sentence I is correct and sentence II is incorrect.
B. Sentence I is incorrect and sentence II is correct.
C. Both sentences I and II are correct.
D. Both sentences I and II are incorrect.

4. Read sentences I and II, then identify which sentence/s tell/s the truth about Philippine
weaving.
I. Philippine weaving involves many threads being measured, cut and
mounted on a wooden platform
II. Spaniards taught the native Filipinos to weave using fibers from abaca,
pineapple, cotton, and bark cloth.
A. Sentence I is correct and sentence II is incorrect.
B. Sentence I is incorrect and sentence II is correct.
C. Both sentences I and II are correct.
D. Both sentences I and II are incorrect.
5. Taka was originated at the town of Paete, Laguna. What is a Taka?
A. It is a cookie that has the image of St. Nicholas molded on it.
B. It is made of bamboo and colorful cloth and its faces of paper mache.
C. It is a paper mache made using carved wooden sculpture used as a mold.
D. It is the art of shaving bamboo into artful creations that can be used as décor for
arches or for the home.

6. Why is Bul-ul important to Ifugaos?

A. They believe that they can have abundant harvest when this is placed near rice
granaries.
B. It is used in ceremonies associated with rice production and with healing.
C. Both a and b are correct.
D. Both a and b are incorrect.

7. It is a Filipino folk dance wherein the dancers carefully balance three half-filled glasses
of rice wine on their heads and hands as they gracefully spin and roll on the ground.
A. Binasuan from Pangasinan
B. Pandanggo sa Ilaw
C. Tinikling
D. Kuratsa

8. What is the purpose of the folk dance “Singkil from Maranao”?

A. To attract the attention of potential suitors
B. To accompany a funeral happiness
C. To have a bountiful harvest
D. To celebrate happiness

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9. The following dances were originated in the island of Luzon EXCEPT for one.
A. Sayaw sa Bangko B. Maglalatik C. Binasuan D. Itik-itik

10. The following are pre-Spanish music EXCEPT ____________.

A. Rondalla B. Ulintang C. Kutibeng D. Gandinga

Activity 2: COMPLETE THE MATRIX.

Art Form Place of Origin Significance to the Place/Region

1. Sarimanok
2. Paete Sculpture
3. Giant Lanterns
4. Pinilian
5. T’nalak
6. Manuggul Jar
7. Bahay Kubo
8. Harana
9. Pandango sa Ilaw
10. Cariñosa

Activity 3: You Are Most Valued

Direction: Now that you have learned from the significance of art forms from different regions,
In your own understanding, how important are the art forms in our society?

Complete the table.

Art Form Importance to the society
Painting
Sculpture
Architecture
Music
Dance

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 STUDENT ACTIVITY WORKSHEET
QUARTER 3 – 8th Week

Subject Area and Grade Level: Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Regions/Grade 12
Learning Competency: (MELCs) Reseaches on Techniques and performance practices
applied to contemporary arts
Subject Matter: Approaches in Researching Contemporary Art Techniques and Practices
References:
Abduo, Kelly Richman (2019). What is contemporary art? An in-depth look at the modern-day
movement.
https://mymodernmet.com/what-is-contemporary-art-definition/
Art Techniques: top tutorials for painting and drawing (2019). Retrieved
from https://www.creativebloq.com/features/art-techniques
Exploring different art techniques (2020). Retrieved from https://www.designyour-
homeschool.com/Art-Techniques.html

POINTERS TO REMEMBER

More often than not, contemporary artists rely on planning every step of their way to achieve
desirable outputs. Concerned with the result of their efforts, they always try to connect their stories
and experiences to the viewers and observers in all possible means. They also explore great deals
from art supplies and distributors to satisfy their creativity. In the same way, there are those who are
willing to learn new art processes, techniques, practices, and styles just to establish their own self
identification in the world of art.

For an artist to give blow of his/her craft, he/she must know how to develop and select potential
approaches in ensuring technique appropriateness in his/her state of the art. This aspect is vital in the
course of creating systematic and concise plans in developing socially engaged but indigenous-friendly
art expressions.

Students like you will acquire deeper understanding and appreciation of many different
approaches that can be employed in any chosen art activity. Various approaches in researching for
techniques and performance practices such as cooperative learning approach, focused exploration,
discussion, free exploration, experimentation and media analysis.

Activity 1: Da’ Conde Code

Direction: Decode the cryptogram puzzle.

Activity 2: Arts Promoted

Direction: Student are task is to state ways on how you encourage other artists to use the following
medium in creating their artworks. (Choose only 2 items)

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 Crypto quote:
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Share your thoughts about the statement.

________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

How are you going to

promote the material
used in this artwork?
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________

Honey Bea Satumbaga. 2019 . Bayong painting. CPAR

RSSTHS. Photo by Ma. Aurora T. Colorado, January 31, 2019.

How are you going to

promote the material
used in this artwork?
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
______________________ ___
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________

Daryl Ray B. Saluta. 2018. Quilling art . CPAR. RSSTHS.

Photo by M a. Aurora T. Colorado. October 20, 2018.

How are you going to

promote the material
used in this artwork?
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
Rachel Ann Baldomar . 2018. Rock art. CPAR. RSSTHS.
Photo by Ma. Aurora T. Colorado. September 20, 2018.

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 How are you going to
promote the material
used in this artwork?
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
Hannah Villarnte. 2018. Leaf art. CPAR. RSSTHS.
Photo by Ma. Aurora T. Colorado. July 10, 2018 .

Activity 3: Word Hunt

Direction: Inside the letter bank are ten (10) key words that are relevant to the lesson discussed.
Find them all and your answers in your answer sheets..

Activity 4: Multiple Choice

Direction: Analyze the statements below & encircle the letter that best complete the sentence.
1. The first approach in accomplishing art tasks is ___________.
a. abstracting c. experimenting
b. brainstorming d. evaluating
2. The more you explore, the more ______ you will gather.
a. activities c. learnings
b. ideas d. perspectives
3. An artist must have enough information about his/her target _______.
a. invention c. output
b. product d. result
4. Making the task is considered the “_______” part of art making.
a. assessing c. doing
b. developing d. evaluating

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 5. This approach in researching for art techniques increases one’s _______ function with
others.
a. collaborative c. joint
b. connective d. shared
6. __________ entails open and healthy communication between and among artists.
a. Collection c. Dialogue
b. Collaboration d. Discussion
7. Curiosity paves the way to a new ________.
a. discovery c. probe
b. exploration d. study
8. An artist’s decision-making skill is improved through ___________.
a. experimentation c. research
b. investigation d. testing
9. _______________ is a critical examination of technology-based artworks.
a. Media Analysis c. Media Enquiry
b. Media Breakdown d. Media Scrutiny
10. In researching new techniques and practices, ________ is a required human value.
a. consideration c. patience
c. determination d. temperance

Activity 5: HIGH FIVE

Direction: Trace your left/right hand on a piece of paper. On each of the finger, write five (5)
Approaches in researching for techniques and performance practices. (see pointers to remember).
Afterwards, shade your work with your favorite color/s.

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