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Contemporary
Philippine Arts
from the Regions
1st Quarter

LEARNING ACTIVTIY SHEET

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 CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGIONS
Name of Learner: VINCENT JOHN T. FRANCISCO Grade Level: 12_
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LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS AND THEIR PRACTICES FROM THE VARIOUS
REGIONS

Background Information for Learners

During the contemporary period, Philippine arts has continually gone

forward. Art has technologically advanced and changed over the period of
time. The major advancement of present-day arts in the country simply
demonstrates how artistic, advanced, and inventive
Filipinos are.

Most visual arts became bolder

and more serious focusing on vigor,
freedom of expression, and concern to
people. The Oblation (image 1), for
example, is a solid statue designed by
national artist Guillermo E. Tolentino
which became the iconic symbol of the
University of the Philippines. The statue
Oblation Image
faces the sky with arms widely spread, Photo courtesy: Explora
signifying unselfish submission of Ph

oneself to his country.

In the field of music, Pinoy pop
(Filipino pop music) came to life covering
various forms like jazz, dance hits, rap,
etc. Subsequently, the Original Pilipino
Music (OPM) got its turn. This music is
written and sung by Filipinos.

OPM covers many sounds and

styles but in 2019, ‘hugot’ became the
central theme of most songs. In the December Avenue Image 2
same year, Spotify Philippines revealed Photo courtesy: Philippine star
that OPM defeated foreign songs on the
list of Filipinos’ most streamed tracks.

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 The all-male band group December Avenue (image 2) and Moira Dela
Torre‘s “Kung Di Lang Rin Ikaw” (which was later used as the official sound
track of the film Hello, Love Goodbye) was noted as the most listened song
followed by “Sana” by I Belong to the Zoo and “Kahit Ayaw Mo Na” by This
Band.

In architecture, Filipinos slightly turned down the traditional way of

erecting houses. Educated Filipinos abroad introduced real estate. Due to the
growing number of residents in the metro, urban housing, and government
housing projects began to rise. Condominiums were also developed to
address the growing issue on space.
Expressways, amusement centers and
hotels also began to rise. San Miguel
Corporation, the largest corporation in
the country, changed the norm in the
Philippine architecture when it unveiled
its Banaue Rice Terraces inspired
building (image 3). Accordingly, it is one
of the first early models of green
architecture in the country San Miguel Corporation Building Image
Photo courtesy: San Miguel Corporation

For films, typical movie industry continued to operate. Independent films

or alternative cinema commenced to function. Contemporary films circled on
themes like but not limited to the following: comedies, fantasies, action,
romance, hard drama or combination thereof. Subjects were daring directly
pointing out the unending problems in the government and society. Other films
even show scenarios that are sensitive issues but timely.

Big movie producers opened doors for international taping and

screening. In 2019, the movie Hello, Love Goodbye (image 4) was released in
cinemas and caused the movie reviewers to react whether it is a love story or
socio-political observation on the Filipino migration. The said film was set in
Hong Kong introducing the life of a pinay nursing graduate who chose to be a
domestic helper abroad to back up her
family in the Philippines. According to the
film management, the film earned P250
million in just five days. Later, it was
acknowledged as the highest-grossing
Filipino movie of all time- up to this
writing.

A scene from the film ‘Hello, Love Goodbye’ Photo courtesy:

Image
Rappler
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 For stage arts, The Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) in 2019 launched a campaign “Stage
issues. In the same year, PETA produced in theaters the "Rak of Aegis" (image 5) for the seventh time.
While the original Filipino hit musical features the famous songs of the Aegis band, it also lets the viewers

Learning Competency

Describes various contemporary art forms and their practices from the various
regions. CAR11/12IAC-0a-1, Week 1

ACTIVITY 1. Art Caption

Direction: Write a caption for each photo. Use the given box for your answer. The first
picture is done for you.
MAGAPIT SUSPENSION BRIDGE
LAL-LO CAGAYAN, REGION II

The Golden Gate of Cagayan: The Magapit Bridge is

the first suspension bridge in the South East Asia that
opened in 1978 to connect the east and west sides of
the Cagayan River in the province of Cagayan. It is
located in Lal-lo, Cagayan.
 THE GIANT BUTAKA
ILAGAN, ISABELA

This giant butaka was built in April 2003 by 25

craftsmen in 29 days. Christened as the "Butaka ni
Goliath", it is made of premium narra woods and rattan
and measures 11 ft. 4 in. high, 20 ft. 8 in. long, and 9 ft.
7 in. wide.The Guinness Book of World Records
officially recognized "Butaka ni Goliath" as the largest
armchair in the world the same year it was built. It
currently can be found at Barangay Alinguigan, along
National Highway, beside Bonifacio Park (Rotunda). 

APO WHANG-OD TATTOOKALINGA,

Whang-od Oggay is known as the

last mambabatok (Kalinga tattooist) from the tribe of
Butbut in Buscalan, Kalinga. She has been tattooing for
the past 80 years including head hunters of the
indigenous tribe, at the beginning of her long career.
Whang-od’s tribal tattoo ink is made up of charcoal and
water. Once mixed, it is tapped into the skin using a
thorn from a citrus tree either from calamansi or
pomelo. The thorn is then attached to a 12-inch long
bamboo stick and from there, Whang-od will start
tapping it deep into your skin. 
ACTIVITY 2. Describe Me

Directions: Below are the well-known major artworks in each region in the country.
Select at least three (3) major arts below and gather information/data on the artworks of
each region and write your brief description about the artworks on the table provided
beside the picture. The first picture is done for you.

PHILIPPINE MAJOR ARTS PHOTO DESCRIPTION OF ARTS

REGIONS
NationalCapital The Metro Manila Film Festival
Region (MMFF) is an annual film festival
held in Metro Manila showcasing
authentic and value-added Filipino
films. It runs from December 25 to
New Year’s Day. It celebrates
Photo by Kurimaw TV artistic excellence, promotes
audience development and
champions the sustainability
of Philippine film industry.
Cordillera
Administrative
Region

Photo by Ofelia Empian

Ilocos Region
(Region I)

Photo by Travel Trilogy

Cagayan Valley
(Region II)

Photo by Elan Aruelo

Central Luzon 1. Gen Luna Statue and Marker
(Region III) On the plaza in front of the cathedral,
a monument of Philippine hero
General Antonio Luna astride a horse
sits on the same location where the
heroic general was killed in 1899 in
the city that would later adopt him. It
depicts Luna astride a horse, showing
Photo by Central-Luzon Wordpress.com his prowess and revolutionary attitude.

CALABARZON
(Region IV-A)

Photo by Wikiwand

MIMAROPA
(Region IV-B)

Photo by Businessworld
Bicol Region 2. The Pegaraw 
(Region V) This monument designed and
executed by National Artist for
Sculpture Napoleon Abueva drew its
inspiration from the call to arms by
then President Fidel Valdez Ramos to
the Filipino people to meet the new
millennium with courage and
optimism, fortified by a vision termed
Photo by Silent Gardens by FVR as Philippines 2000.

Western Visayas
(Region VI)

Photo by western visayas

Central Visayas
(Region VII)

Photo by Veltra

Eastern Visayas 3. San Juanico Bridge, part of the

(Region VIII) Pan-Philippine Highway, stretches
from Samar to Leyte across the San
Juanico Strait in the Philippines. Its
longest length is a steel girder viaduct
built on reinforced concrete piers, and
its main span is of an arch-shaped
truss design. With a total length of
2.16 kilometers (1.34 mi), it is the
Photo by ThePhilppines.com longest bridge in the Philippines
spanning a body of seawater. It is
considered one of the most beautifully
designed bridges in Philippines. 
Zamboanga
Peninsula
(Region IX)

Photo by Crazy Tourist

Northern Mindanao
(Region X)

Photo by archipelago-WordPress.com
Davao Region Giant Durian Genesis Lore, it
(Region XI) depicts three pairs of human figures
symbolizing the people of Davao: the
indigenous Lumad, the Moros and the
Christian settlers. The sculpture is an
unmistakable call for unity in
Mindanao. And just 10km away, in the
village of Ma-a. Surrounded by stacks
of wood, steel and found objects, Ray
Mudjahid Ponce Millan; more
popularly known as Kublai is adding
Photo by Samal Bahay Kubo-
wordpress.com
the finishing touches on what he
considers one of his most important
projects so far. 

SOCCSKSARGEN
(Region XII)

Photo by Nanardx

CARAGA
(Region XIII)

Photo by Philippine Information Agency

Autonomous
Region In Muslim
Mindanao
(ARMM)

Photo by SEAsite
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Name of Learner: VINCENT JOHN T. FRANCISCO Grade Level: 12_
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CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS, TECHNIQUES AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICES

Background Information for Learners

Development of the Philippine Arts

Ethnic tradition
Art forms during the Pre-colonial period were mainly influenced by
geographical location and the practices of the Filipinos. Most of their arts
were animist or community-inspired. For early Filipinos who lived in
highlands, dance steps were imitations of movements of animals like birds
while those who were near the coastline mimicked sea creatures
movements. Tattoo was believed to be an art during this period. It served as
war medal for killing an enemy in a war. Tints from woods or charcoal were
used to draw tattoos. In terms of visual arts, wood carving, weaving, and
pottery were leading during this period. For their architecture, they used
native resources like anahaw, bamboo, cogon, and rattan in building their
houses. Epics, myths, riddles, and proverbs were few from their literature.
Content of music varied from war, rowing, courting, reaping, etc. Instruments
like bamboo flutes and brass gongs were used to accompany their songs.
On the subject and concept of theater arts, ethnic performances and
ceremonials were the early theatrical presentations describing their
principles in life.

Spanish Colonial Tradition

Several practices of the early Filipinos were stopped by the
Spaniards. Written traditions were burnt in belief that these were works of
evil. Religion, devotion and secularization became the central idea of arts
during this period. Literature was dominantly religious and secular. In
theater, plays like komedya became common. Painting was introduced
focusing on the religious themes. Paint colors were already introduced.
Sculpture focused on producing carved images of saints and catholic-related
images. Aside from stones and woods, metals were used in carving Stone
bricks were used in constructing their houses, churches and government
offices. Orchestra grew as zarzuelas and operas became prevalent.
 American Colonial and Contemporary Traditions
Changes in education, culture and the arts brought to change when
Americans arrived in the archipelago. Filipinos were formally educated.
Those who were sent to study abroad went back carrying the idea of
contemporary art. Technological innovations transcended the traditional
way of creating art.

Art forms expanded letting artists experiment with various materials

and methodologies. Hence, artists created non-conventional creations with
wide range of themes. Contemporary Filipino architecture focused on urban
planning, economic zone, and regionalism.
Seven Major Contemporary Art Forms
1. Visual Art is an umbrella term for a comprehensive classification of
art which consists of several artistic disciplines. But commonly, these
are primarily visual in nature such as picture (painting, drawing, and
printmaking) and sculpture. A picture is two-dimensional image
produced by using different media such as ink, oil paint, charcoal and
watercolor. Sculpture, on the other hand, is three-dimensional that
may be shaped by means of a stone, wood, and marble. Some of the
contemporary art techniques are:
1. Collage is made by pasting different materials such as pictures
and pieces of paper or textile.
2. Digital arts describe technological arts which include digital
photography and digital painting.
3. Graffiti are either serious, rude, political, humorous words or
drawings printed on public walls or structures.
4. Print Making is the creation of images, typically on paper, fabric
and plastic materials.
5. Mixed media are artworks made by combining two or more art
materials or medium.

Example of Collage Example of Digital arts Example of grafitti

Courtesy: TripAdvisor Courtesy: Paco Evangelista Courtesy: Pinterest

Example of print making Example of mixed media

Courtesy: www.husder.com Courtesy: Fine Art America
 Dance is an instance of moving the human body to the beat of a music choreographed in definite time, form a
Music is an art that appeals to sense of hearing. It is composed of ordered tones or sounds in succession
Architecture is an art form of planning and erecting structures especially habitable ones.
Theater is an art form of presentation. Scripts are represented on stage by actors and are boosted by props, li
Literature is a written work having form or expression of thoughts of permanence or universal interest.
Film/Cinema is a technological transformation of a theater. Scripts are portrayed but are pre-taped and edited

Learning competency with code

Researches on various contemporary art forms.
CAR11/12CAP-0c-e-4, Week 3-5

ACTIVITY 3. Comprehension Response

Directions: Complete the table below by identifying which art period (Precolonial,
Spanish colonial, American to Contemporary) the given characteristics belong to. Write
your answer on the box provided.

Art Form Characteristics Period

 anahaw, bamboo, 1. Pre-colonial
Architecture cogon, and rattan
werethe major materials
used in constructing
houses

 architecture 2. American to
concentrated on Contemporary
urban planning,
economic zone
 steps were 3. Precolonial
Dance replicationsof actions of
animals
 Technological innovation 4. American to
Film/Cinema on films was Contemporary
introduced
 riddles, and 5. Precolonial
Literature proverbs were
 written literatures were 6. Spanish colonial
burnt in belief that these
were works of evil
  Orchestra grew as 7. Spanish colonial
Music zarzuelas and
operas became
prevalent
 Sculpture focused on 8. Spanish colonial
Visual arts producing carved
images of saints
 plays like komedya was 9. Spanish colonial
Theater introduced
 ethnic performances and 10. Pre colonial
ceremonials were the
early theatrical
presentations

ACTIVITY 4. Vocabulary Familiarity

Directions: Read and analyze the following statements and recognize what is being
defined/referred to in each item. Choose the letter of your answer and write on the
space provided before each item.

Choices:
A. Architecture G. Visual art
B. Dance H. Collage
C. Film/Cinema I. Graffiti
D. Literature J. Digital arts
E. Music K. Print making
F. Theater L. Mixed media

G 1. This is primarily for artistic satisfaction through the sense of sight.

E 2. This is composed of mechanical sounds having rhythm, melody, or harmony.

F 3. This is a live performance executed on stage with a live audience watching.

C 4. These are rendered motion pictures open for public viewing in cinemas and
theaters.

A 5. These are structures that are meant to be used as shelters or for civic use.

L 6. These are art creations made by merging various art resources or medium.

I 7. These are whichever serious, rude, political, humorous words or drawings printed on
public walls or structures.

J 8. This describes high-tech arts which include digital camerawork and digital
portrait.

H 9. This is made by combining various art tools such as images and bits of
paperor cloth.
K 10. This is the creation of images, typically on paper, fabric and plastic materials.
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Name of Learner: VINCENT JOHN T. FRANCISCO Grade Level: 12_
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ROLES AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO CONTEMPORARY ARTS OF FILIPINO ARTISTS

BACKGROUND INFORMATION FOR LEARNERS

Filipino artists have a responsibility to create art that would enlighten
the people of the current conditions of the society, making this the vital role
played by the contemporary artists of today. In 1972, the Philippines named
its first national artists—world class painter Fernando Amorsolo [see
attached photo and artwork of Amorsolo below]. The National Artist Award is
a great honor given to the Filipino whose life and works have contributed to
the advancement of the country’s arts and letters. In addition, a national
artist embodies the nation contributing to nationhood through a critically
acclaimed significant body of work. There are numerous talented Filipinos in
the different fields of contemporary arts such as: Music, Visual arts,
Literature, Film, Broadcast Arts, Architecture, Theatre, Dance, etc. that had
given the honor of being part of the Order of National Artists.

FERNANDO AMORSOLO Photo by Filipino Cultured

 THE INSIGNIA OF THE ORDER OF
NATIONAL ARTISTS
The insignia of the Order of the
National Artists is composed of a
Grand Collar featuring circular links
portraying the arts, and an eight-
pointed conventionalized sunburst
suspended from a Sampaguita
wreath in green and white enamel.
The central badge is a medallion
divided into three equal portions, red,
white, and blue, recalling the
Philippine flag, with three stylized
Photo by letter Ks—the “KKK” stands for the
Official CCP’s motto: “Katotohanan,
Gazette Kabutihan, at Kagandahan” (“the
true, the good, and the beautiful”), as coined by then first lady Mrs. Imelda
Romualdez Marcos, the CCP’s founder. The composition of the Grand
Collar is silver gilt bronze. In place of a rosette there is an enamelled pin in
the form of the insignia of the order.
Executive Order No. 236 s. 2003, otherwise known as the Honors
Code of the Philippines, conferred additional prestige on the National Artist
Award by raising it to the level of a Cultural Order, fourth in precedence
among the orders and decorations that comprise the Honors of the
Philippines, and equal in rank to the Order of National Scientists and the
Gawad sa Manlilikha ng Bayan. The National Artist Award was thereby
renamed the Order of National Artists (Orden ng mga Pambansang Alagad
ng Sining). This reflected the consensus among government cultural
agencies and the artistic community that the highest possible international
prestige and recognition should be given our National Artists. Section 5 of
EO 236 stated the President may confer the Order of National Artists “upon
the recommendation of the Cultural Center of the Philippines and the
National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).”
Executive Order No. 435, s. 2005 amended Section 5 (IV) of EO 236,
giving the President the power to name National Artists without need of a
recommendation, relegating the NCCA and the CCP to mere advisory
bodies that may or may not be heeded. This expanded President Gloria
Macapagal- Arroyo’s flexibility to proclaim National Artists at her discretion,
which led to the controversy of 2009 and the subsequent intervention of the
Supreme Court by issuing a status quo ante order against the awardees that
year.
CRITERIA FOR THE ORDER OF NATIONAL ARTISTS

1. Living artists who are Filipino citizens at the time of nomination, as

well as those who died after the establishment of the award in 1972
but were Filipino citizens at the time of their death;
2. Artists who, through the content and form of their works, have
contributed in building a Filipino sense of nationhood;
3. Artists who have pioneered in a mode of creative expression or style,
thus earning distinction and making an impact on succeeding
generations of artists;
4. Artists who have created a substantial and significant body of work
and/or consistently displayed excellence in the practice of their art
form thus enriching artistic expression or style; and
5. Artists who enjoy broad acceptance through:

 prestigious national and/or international recognition, such as

the Gawad CCP Para sa Sining, CCP Thirteen Artists Award
and NCCA Alab ng Haraya;
 critical acclaim and/or reviews of their works; and
 respect and esteem from peers.

A MEMBER OF THE ORDER OF NATIONAL ARTISTS ARE GRANTED

THE FOLLOWING HONORS AND PRIVILEGES:

1. The rank and title of National Artist, as proclaimed by the President

of the Philippines;
2. The insignia of a National Artist and a citation;
3. A lifetime emolument and material and physical benefits
comparable in value to those received by the highest officers of the
land such as:

 a cash award of One Hundred Thousand Pesos (P100,000.00)

net of taxes, for living awardees;
 a cash award of Seventy Five Thousand Pesos (P75,000.00)
net of taxes, for posthumous awardees, payable to legal
heir/s;
 a monthly life pension, medical and hospitalization benefits;
 life insurance coverage for Awardees who are still insurable;
 a state funeral and burial at the Libingan ng mga Bayani; and
 a place of honor, in line with protocular precedence, at
national state functions, and recognition at cultural events.
LIST OF THE NATIONAL ARTIST AWARDEES AND THEIR
CONTRIBUTIONS
VISUAL ARTS
Fernando Amorsolo Hernando R. Benedicto Cabrera
(1892–1972), painter Ocampo (1911– (1942–), painter
Sample works: 1978), painter Sample Sample works:
Maiden in a Stream, works: Genesis, Ina Madonna with
Dalagang Bukid ng Balon Objects, Studies of
Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as NA: Sabel
1972 1991 Date conferred as NA:
2006
Carlos Cesar Legaspi Abdulmari Asia Imao
“Botong” Francisco (1917–1994), (1936–2014),
(1912–1969), painter painter Sample sculptor/painter
Sample works: works: Diggers, Sample works:
Portrait of Purita, The Idols of the Third Industry Brass Mural,
Invasion Eye Mural Relief on
of Limahong Date conferred as NA: Filmmaking
Date conferred as 1990 Date conferred as NA:
NA: 2006
1973
Guillermo E. Tolentino Arturo Luz Federico Aguilar
(1890–1976), sculptor (1926–), Alcuaz
Sample works: The painter/sculptor (1932–), painter
Bonifacio Monument, Sample works: Sample works:
President Quezon at Bagong Taon, Roadside
Quezon Memorial Vendador de Flores Squatters, Manila
Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as 1968
1973 NA: 1997 Date conferred as NA:
2009
Napoleon V. Abueva J. Elizalde Navarro Francisco Coching
(1930–), sculptor (1924– 1999), painter (1919–1998),
Sample works: Sample works: I’m Illustrator Sample
Kaganapan, Kiss of Sorry Jesus, I Can’t works: Pusakal,
Judas Attend Christmas Talipandas Date
Date conferred as NA: This Year conferred as NA: 2014
1976 Date conferred as
NA: 1999
Victorio C. Edades Ang Kiukok (1931– Jose T. Joya (1931–
(1895–1985), painter 2005), painter 1995), painter
Sample works: The Sample works: Sample works: Hills
Sketch, The Artist and Geometric of Nikko, Abstraction,
the Model Landscape, Pieta Dimension of Fear
Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as Date conferred as
1976 NA: 2001 NA: 2003
 Vicente Manansala
(1910–1981), painter
Sample works: A Cluster of Nipa
Hut, San Francisco Del Monte
Date conferred as NA: 1981

DANCE
Francisca Reyes Ramon Obusan Alice Reyes
Aquino (1938-2006), (1942-), dancer
(1899–1983), folk choreographer Sample works: Amada
dancer Sample works: Vamos (1969), At a Maranaw
Sample works: a Belen! Series, Noon Gathering (1970)
Philippine National Po sa Amin Date conferred as NA:
Dances Date conferred as NA: 2014
(1946); Gymnastics for 2006
Girls
Date conferred as NA:
1973
Leonor Orosa Lucrecia Reyes-
Goquingco Urtula
(1917–2005), ballet (1929–1999),
Sample works: TREND: choreographer
Return to Native, In a Sample works: Vinta,
Javanese Garden Tagabili
Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as NA:
1976 1988

LITERATURE
Francisco Arcellana Edith L. Tiempo Bienvenido Lumbera
(1916-2002), writer (1919–2011), poet (1932–), poet
Sample works: Sample works: A Blade Sample works:
Frankie, The Man Who of Fern, The Native Tagalog Poetry, 1570-
Would Be Poe, Death Coast 1898: Tradition and
in a Factory Date conferred as NA: Influences in its
Date conferred as NA: 1999 Development
1990 Date conferred as NA:
2006
N.V.M. Gonzalez Virgilio S. Almario Cirilo F. Bautista
(1915–1999), essayist (1944–), poet (1941–), essayist
Sample works: The Sample works: Ang Sample works:
Winds of April, Seven Makata sa Panahon ng Summer Suns, Words
Hills Away Makina, Balagtasismo and Battlefields
Date conferred as NA: versus Modernismo Date conferred as NA:
 Hills Away Makina, Balagtasismo and Battlefields
Date conferred as NA: versus Modernismo Date conferred as NA:
1997 Date conferred as 2014
NA:
2003
Nick Joaquin (1917– Amado V. Hernandez Lazaro Francisco
2004), writer Sample (1903–1970), poet (1898–1980, writer
works: The Woman Sample works: Bayang Sample works: Ama,
Who Had Malaya, Isang Dipang Bayang
TwoNavels, A Langit Nagpatiwakal,
Portrait of the Artist Date conferred as NA: Maganda Pa Ang
as Filipino 1973 Daigdig
Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as NA:
1976 2009
F. Sionil Jose Carlos P. Romulo Jose Garcia Villa
(1924–), writer (1899–1985), (1908–1997), poet
Sample works: The educator Sample Sample works:
Pretenders, Tree, My works: The United, I Footnote to
Brother, My Walked with Heroes Youth,Many Voices,
Executioner Date conferred as NA: Poems by Doveglion
Date conferred as NA: 1982 Date conferred as
2001 NA:
1973
Alejandro Roces Rolando S. Tinio Carlos Quirino
(1924–2011), writer (1937–1997), (1910–1999),
Sample works: Of playwright biographer
Cocks and Kites, Sample works: Sitsit sa Sample works: Maps
My Brother’s Kuliglig, Dunung – and Views of Old
Peculiar Chicken Dunungan, Kristal Manila, Lives of the
Date conferred as NA: na Uniberso Philippine Presidents
2003 Date conferred as NA: Date conferred as
199 NA: 1997

FASHION DESIGN
Ramon Valera
(1912–1972),
Sample works:
Date conferred as NA: 2006

THEATER DESIGN
Salvador F. Bernal
(1945–2011), theater designer
Sample works: organized the
PATDAT Date conferred as NA: 2003
 THEATER
Daisy Avellana Rolando S. Tinio Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero
( 1917– 2013), actor (1937–1997), (1910–1995), theater
Sample works: Othello playwright artist
(1953), Macbeth in Sample works: Now Sample works: Half an
Black (1959) and Forever, Gamitin Hour in a Convent,
Date conferred as Mo Ako, Bayad Pur Wanted: A Chaperon,
NA: Date conferred as NA: Forever
1999 1997 Date conferred as NA:
1997
Honorata “Atang” Salvador F. Bernal Severino Montano
dela Rama (1902– (1945–2011), (1915–1980),
1991), theater designer playwright
Kundiman singer Sample works: Sample works: started
Sample organized the a graduate course at
works:Mascota, Sueño PATDAT Date the Philippine Normal
de un Vals, and conferred as NA: 2003 College for theater
Marina Date conferred artists
as NA: 1987 Date conferred as NA:
2001
Lamberto V. Avellana
(1915-1991), ballet
Sample works:
Sergeant Hasan
(1967), Destination
Vietnam
Date conferred as NA:
1976
SOURCE: Filipino, 2017 “List of Filipino National Artists” Pilipinas. org https://pilipinas.org/list-of-filipino-national-artists/ (accessed
May 27, 2020

ROLES AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF SOME OF THE FILIPINO ARTISTS

RYAN CAYABYAB
National Artist for Music (2018)
Birthday: 4 May 1954
The most accomplished composer, arranger, and musical director in the
Philippine music industry since this bloomed beginning 1970s.

Contributions:
 Rama-Hari (Two-act musical ballet, 1980)
 Katy! The Musical (Two-act musical, 1988)
 Smokey Mountain (Pop CD album, 1990)
  One Christmas (Christmas Album, 1993)
 Noli Me Tangere (Tele-sine musical, 1995)
 Spoliarium (Three-act opera, 2003)
 Ignacio Of Loyola (Film Score, 2016)
 Larawan: The Musical (Full-length musical film, 2017)
 Da Coconut Nut
 Kay Ganda Ng Ating Musika
 Nais Ko
 Paraiso
 Kahit Ika’y Panaginip Lang
 Kailan
 Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka

LAMBERTO V. AVELLANA
National Artist for Theater and Film (1976)
(February 12, 1915 – April 25, 1991)
He was the first to use the motion picture camera to establish a point-of-
view, a move that revolutionized the techniques of film narration
Contributions: Kandelerong Pilak shown at the Cannes International Film
Festival. Among the films he directed for worldwide release were Sergeant
Hasan (1967), Destination Vietnam(1969), and The Evil Within (1970).

LINO BROCKA
National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts (1997)
(April 3, 1939 – May 22, 1991)
Director for film and broadcast arts, espoused the term “freedom of
expression” in the Philippine Constitution.
Contributions: “Santiago” (1970), “Wanted: Perfect Mother” (1970), “Tubog
sa Ginto” (1971), “Stardoom” (1971), “Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang” (1974),
“Maynila: Sa Kuko ng Liwanag” (1975), “Insiang” (1976), “Jaguar” (1979),
“Bona” (1980), “Macho Dancer” (1989), “Orapronobis” (1989), “Makiusap Ka
sa Diyos” (1991).

ALICE REYES
National Artist for Dance (2014
“THE MOTHER OF CONTEMPORARY DANCE”. An esteemed dancer,
choreographer, teacher and director, she served as artistic director emeritus
of Ballet Philippines. She also popularized modern dance in the country after
staging the first modern dance concert at the CCP Main Theater in February
1970.
Contributions: Amada (1969), At a Maranaw Gathering (1970) Itim-Asu
(1971), Tales of the Manuvu (1977), Rama Hari (1980), Bayanihan
 Remembered (1987)

N.V.M. GONZALEZ, PHD

National Artist for Literature, 1997
Professor, Department of English and Comparative Literature Former College of Arts and Sciences
A Fictionist, essayist, poet, and teacher articulated the Filipino spirit in rural, urban landscape. Founder of “Th

Contributions: The Winds of April, Seven Hills Away, Children of the Ash- Covered Loam and Other Stories, Th

LEARNING COMPETENCY
Explains Filipino artists’ roles and identify their contributions to contemporary arts
(Quarter 1, Week 3-5) CAR11/12CAP-0c -e-5.

ACTIVITY IV: DIGGING DEEP

Directions:” EXPLAINING ARTISTS’ ROLES”. Below are some of the contemporary
arts from the Philippines. Explain how these arts reflect the artists’ role in the society by
filling-in the space provided for each item.
Sample:

This work of Fernando Amorsolo is a celebration of the pristine, rural

Philippine countryside. The scene is bathed in sunlight and features a
country maiden. Amorsolo was able to show to the Philippine society his
conception of an ideal Filipina beauty--is one with a rounded face, not of the
oval type, eyes that should be exceptionally lively, nose should be of the
blunt form but firm and strongly marked. The ideal Filipino beauty should
have a sensuous mouth not white-complexioned, nor of the dark brown color,
but of the clear skin which we often witness when we meet a blushing girl.”
For Amorsolo, the Filipino beauty was an important symbol of national
identity. The colors of the Philippine flag are evident in the blue handkerchief,
red skirt, and white blouse. The subject gazes directly at the viewer, holding
a generous bundle of newly harvested rice, a hope-filled moment for the
young Philippines.
THE PALAY MAIDEN BY FERNANDO AMORSOLO
1. Guillermo Tolentino's masterwork has served as a rallying point for
selfless public service and as the most recognized and enduring emblem
of the University of the Philippines (UP). The Oblation’s unveiling during
Photo by Google Sites National Heroes Day introduced a figure into Philippine society rich in
nationalist symbolism. The statue’s height of 3.5-meters symbolizes
4
three and a half centuries of Spanish colonial rule, while its pose of self-
offering represents Tolentino’s interpretation of Rizal’s second stanza
above—in particular the “unknown heroes who fell during the night.”
Furthermore, its base is a stylized representation of the Philippine
archipelago, with rocks from Montalban Gorge to highlight its cultural and
THE OBLATION BY GUILLERMO TOLENTINO historical significance.

2.
Fernando Amorsolo was a dominant figure in the visual arts of the
Philippines during the decades before the Second World War and into
Photo by Flickr the post-war period. It reflects the arrival of the Americans in the
Philippines and the idealism of the artist to the Philippine
society. The ‘Planting Rice with Mayon Volcano, Exhibits the happiness
across from the difficulties in planting rice. The Filipino Villagers in their
bright clothes and straw hats plant together with a fresh and green
landscape of plenty. Behind the filipino villagers is the peaceful flume of
PLANTING RICE BY FERNANDO AMORSOLO steam.
 CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGIONS
Name of Learner: VINCENT JOHN T. FRANCISCO Grade Level: 12_
Section: MATIKAS Score:

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

ELEMENTS AND PRINCIPLES OF CONTEMPORARY ART

Background Information for Learners

Contemporary arts is an art developed at the present period of time. It is

synonymous to modern art. However, there is a difference between these two
forms of arts. Modern arts are produced from impressionists’ era until 1960`s
while contemporary arts are from 1970`s up to this time. Another unique way
of distinguishing the two are the elements or principles being used in the arts.

Most of the contemporary arts are reflective of the experiences and events
being experienced by the artist while doing the art. It shows that it is not
restricted to individual experience but mirrors a collective view and
understanding of the event.

The following are the elements and principles of contemporary arts.

1. Appropriation is where artists deliberately copy images and use them
in their art. Appropriation artists wanted the viewer to easily recognize
the image and associate it to the new context.

Mona Lisa depicted as having colds

Source: https://weheartit.com/entry/139936046

2. Performance is the living artist art. It challenges the conventional way

of art such as sculpture and painting. It is also called the
dematerialization of the art object where man can physically become
the direct subject of an art through interpretation.
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times.
Senga Nengudi in her exhibit called “performance still” at the Contemporary Arts
Museum Houston.
Source: http://moussemagazine.it/radical-presence-museumstudioharlem-newyork/

3. Space refers to a feeling of depth or three dimensions. It can also refer

to the artists’ use of the area within the picture plane. The area around
the primary objects in a work of art is known as negative space, while
the space occupied by the primary objects is known as positive space.

Fernando Cacnio`s “UPLift” located inside the campus of the University of the
Philippines-Los Baňos
Source: https://www.wheninmanila.com/this-is-what-the-uplift-sculpture-
really- means-according-to-the-artist/

4. Hybridity is usage of unconventional materials or mixing unlikely

materials to produce an art work. For example, blood for painting and
syringe for sculpture.
A tribute to medical frontliners made by Filipino nurse Kimberly Mallo
Magbanua using syringe art
Source: https://sg.news.yahoo.com/look-nurse-pays-tribute-fellow-
064105886.html

5. Technology is use of modern platform or equipment in creating an

art. This includes recording, live streaming, 3D printing or any art
from internet or digital technology

The Philippine Pavilion called Bangkota in the upcoming Dubai

World Expo 2020 is set to become one of the largest in the
exposition. High grade and advance construction methods will be
used to build the pavilion.
Source: https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/modern-
living/2019/06/22/1928399/philippine-pavilion-dubai-expo-2020-inspired-
coral-reefs-diaspora-and-dedicated-ofws
Learning Competency with code
Evaluates contemporary art forms based on the elements and principles (Quarter 1,
Week 3-5) CAR11/12CAP-0c -e-6

ACTIVITY II. Name the Element/Principle.

Read and analyse the following scenario and identify what element/principle is
being used or described. Write your answers on the space provided for.

Example:

A local youth group staged a short play showing the importance of active engagement of
the youth in nation-building.
Answer: Performance

SPACE 1. A kalesa was displayed by the local art group in front of a ruined church.
HYBRIDITY 2. Mark collected scrap pieces of metal and coloured it with hair dye.
PERFORMANCE3. The Supreme Student Council of ANHS presented a skit
showing the effects of unwanted sex and teenage pregnancy.
TECHNOLOGY 4. The SK Members successfully enjoined the public in promoting
unique and fun ways in observing social distancing through uploading their tiktok
videos.
APPROPRIATION5. A photo of Mona Lisa crying was used by a feminist movement
expressing their condemnation of discrimination towards women.
PERFORMANCE6. The musical “Ang Huling El Bimbo” shows the importance of
truthfulness, commitment and friendship despite adversities.
TECHNOLOGY 7. Numerous local and foreign artists use vloging sites to express
their opinion, promote and share their day-to-day activities.
SPACE 8. The Art in Island is a popular interactive art gallery located in Quezon
City, Philippines. The museum is famous for its 3D galleries where you can strike a
pose with different three-dimensional pictures such as dinosaurs, mouth of a dragon
and broken bridge.
SPACE 9. Some of the most famous art gallery utilizes minimalism in displaying
their art work. This means that non-reflective materials are used for the viewer to
concentrate on one element of the art alone.
HYBRIDITY 10. Elmer Padilla went viral and was even featured in a television
program after a photo of his artwork from used sleepers was widely shared.

ACTIVITY V. My Art, My Voice.

Create an art that promotes the different measures to prevent the spread of
COVID-19. Be sure to incorporate at least one principle or element of contemporary art.
You can utilize any contemporary art form previously presented.
Guide Question:
How does a principle/element affect the visual imagery of an art?
The principle and elements of art are  important in making an artwork or a masterpiece . The
elements consists of lines, shapes, form, color, space, texture and value, with only using one out
of this elements you can already call it already an art. Through the use of multiple modalities, a
concept or element can also provide a new dimension. When utilized in a performance or an
exhibit, for example, an art can take on a new meaning.

Explantion:

This painting was made by Fernando Amorsolo y Cueto who is one of the
most important artists in the history of painting in the Philippines. The painting
shows a beautiful woman wearing Filipino traditional women's clothing called
skirt/in tagalog “Saya”. In the art I made, I put a facemask and faceshield on
her face and I put also a hand on the woman to pretend that she is sanitizing
her hand. The painting shows what we needs to be done to prevent the
spread and attachment of the corona virus to us. The type of elements I used
in this art is Appropriation.
 CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGIONS
Name of Learner: VINCENT JOHN T. FRANCISCO Grade Level: 12_
Section: MATIKAS Score:
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET
SIGNIFICANCE OF ARTS FROM THE REGIONS

Background Information for Learners

In all aspects of civilization, different forms of art helps in spreading
the country’s culture. Through the invention of printing, people can have an
easy access to any information all over the world through books and other
printed materials. Photography also helps the artists or painters promote in
their work. Here are some examples of art forms from different regions in the
country.
Region 1- they have the Oasiwas
dance performed by fishermen of
Lingayen Pangasinan when celebrating
a good catch accompanied by waltz-like
music. They also have the traditional
Ilocano handicrafts/ weaving “inabel”
fabrics. Weaving is a process used to
create fabric by interlacing threads.
Weaving is important because it is the http://www.ecddancecompany.com/portfolio-view/488-2/
basis of making many types of cloth
depending
on the materials and its weight as to what type of cloth can be made.

Region 2- we have the so-called Sambali or Piat Sambali

festival celebrated every year in Piat, Cagayan. It is a war
dance of the Itawis tribe of Cagayan that was converted to
Christianity through the intercession of the Lady of Piat. It
was revived with the belief that it would promote the
identity of the people of Piat, as well as strengthen unity
and harmony among its people. We also have pottery in
Iguig, Cagayan was established in the pre-war days and
has survived the devastation of World War II. The town’s
terracotta heritage, as evidenced in its colonial
architecture and surviving pottery village, makes it a
worthy stopover
when travelling to the north.
http://pinayforeverythingpinoy.blogspot.com/2012/07/our-lady-of-piat.html
Region 3 - Pawikan Festival-the main
activity here is the releasing of the
baby pawikan, which are hatched in
the conservation center. Every year,
during the festivities, they invite
visitors and thousands of students
from the provinces to promote
awareness and also be treated to https://www.karlaroundtheworld.com/pawikan-festival-2019/

some street dancing, sand sculptures, a showcase of local products, and

witnessing how the hatchlings go back to the sea.

Region 4 - Kalayaan festival aims to

showcase a new way of experiencing our
history and will hold the promise of
adventure and discovery of our glorious
past with great pride and enthusiasm on
history and will hold the promise of
adventure and discovery of our glorious
past with great pride and enthusiasm.
https://compassmap.wordpress.com/2018/06/21/what-are-the-historical-celebrations-in-cavite/

MIMAROPA Region - Moriones

festival- one of the most coloful
festivals celebrated in the island of
Marinduque. It refers to the
masked and costumed penitents
who march around the town for
seven days searching for
Longinus, a Roman centurion who
was blind in one eye. The
Moriones tradition has inspired the creation of other festivals in the
Philippines where cultural practices or folk history is turned into street
festivals.

The purpose of art is not to produce a product. The purpose of art is to

produce thinking. The secret is not the mechanics or technical skill that
create art but the process of introspection and different levels of
contemplation that generate it. Art is a sneak peak into the future of
potential, of what could be.
 Art, in any form can give people emotions that can lift up their spirit
and make the more driven than ever. And this is the mere reason why art is
important in our daily lives. With the art that we are surrounded by, whether
it’s a painting, music, or even videos can have a huge impact on our mood
and emotions.
In order to have a purpose in and positively contribute to our
community, we must continue to create influential output. Create which can
translate to imagining, building, inspiring, etc. all these forms of expressions
is an art. People use different art forms because art is a symbolic
representation of ideas and thoughts.
The government implement programs such as Republic Actno.7355 or
known as “Manlilikha ng Bayan Act” the award is tied with a program that
ensures the transfer of their skills to new generations and promotion of the
craft both locally and internationally, also, to make sure that skills and crafts
of traditional artists are preserve. Art can be a tool for a positive change in
the government. People use different art forms in expressing their
feelings/opinions about the government, some even go to street to conduct
rallies as a tool to communicate to the government. Engaging in different
community activities can also change the perception of an individual like for
example participating in sidewalk painting or attending socialization in the
community can bring individuals together, it fosters community. Promoting
the different art forms in the region may also help the economy of the country
through tourism. Different art forms encourage us to express ourselves and
develop and build our self-esteem, through art forms we are able to translate
ideas and experiences.

Learning Competency
Relates the significance of arts forms from the regions -CAR11/12CAP-0c -e-8
(Week 3-5)
Activity 1. "The Real Me"
Assess whether the statement is true or false. Write C if the statement is True and X if it is False.
C _1. Dance allows one to express oneself.
C _2. Music reduces stress and anxiety.
C _3. People who use creative outlet such as drawing, and writing have less
chance of developing memory loss illnesses as they age.
C _4. Painting allows individuals a chance to express their feelings and emotions
without words.
C _5. Playing musical instrument can enhance verbal memory, spatial reasoning,
and literacy skills.