CONTEMPOPARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM THE REGION

TECHNIQUES AND PERFORMANCE PRACTICES

APPLIED IN CONTEMPORARY ARTS

MINIMALISM
- a movement in various forms of art and design, especially visual art and music, where the work
is set out to expose the essence, essentials or identity of a subject through eliminating all
nonessential forms, features or concepts. It is characterized by simplicity.
GRAFFITI
- Graffiti is a writing or painting that has been scribbled, scratched, or improperly painted on a
wall or other surface, frequently in public space.
- Graffiti can convey underlying social and political messages, and a whole genre of artistic
expression is focused on spray paint graffiti styles.
LAND ART
- Earth arts or earth art is an art movement in which landscape and works of art are inextricably
connected. It is also an art form that is created in nature, using natural materials such as dirt,
rock (bed stones, stones), organic media (logs, trees, leaves) and water with materials such as
concrete, cement, asphalt or mineral.
DIGITAL ART
- Digital art is an artistic work or practice that uses digital technology as part of a creative or
presentational process. Since the 1960s, various terms have been used to characterize the
process, including computer art and multimedia.
- The influence of digital technology has changed activities such as painting, drawing, sculpture,
and music / sound art, while emerging forms such as net art, interactive installation art and
virtual reality have become well-known creative practices.
- More broadly, the term digital artist is used to identify an artist who uses digital technology in
the creation of art.
MIXED MEDIA
- Mixed media is an artwork in which more than one medium or material has been employed.
Assemblages and collages are two common examples of art using different media that will
make use of different materials including cloth, paper, wood and found objects.
- Mixed media art, a visual art, is distinguished from multimedia art which combines visual art
with non-visual elements, such as recorded sound, literature, drama, dance, motion graphics,
music, or interactivity.
TYPES OF MIXED MEDIA ART

1. FOUND OBJECTS: A found object is a natural or man-made object, or a part of an object,

which is discovered (or often bought) by an artist and held in place because of some of the
artist's intrinsic interest in it. The artist sees in it because of some intrinsic value.
2. COLLAGE: is an art technique used in the visual arts, where the artwork is created from the
assemblage of various objects, forming a new whole. It can also include magazines and
newspaper clippings, drawings, bits of colored or handmade paper, parts of other works of art
or documents, photos and other items found, stuck to a piece of paper or canvas.
3. DECOLLAGE: means "Take off" or become unglued. To become unstuck. It is the opposite of
collage; instead of taking a picture of all or parts of existing pictures, it is created by cutting,
processing or otherwise eliminating sections of the original image.
4. ASSEMBLAGE: is an artistic form or medium usually created on a defined substrate
consisting of three-dimensional elements projected out of or out of a substrate. It's similar to
collage, a two-dimensional medium. This is part of the visual arts, which usually uses objects
found, but is not limited to these materials. This is a 3-dimensional collage variant with
elements jotting in or out of a given substrate, or a complete 3-D arrangement of objects
and/or sculptures.
5. ALTERED BOOKS: is a form of mixed media artwork that transforms a book from its original
form into a different form, altering its appearance and/or meaning.

LOCAL MATERIALS USED IN CREATING ART

BAMBOO
- Bamboo is the tallest perennial grass that belongs to the Gramineae family.
- Due to the long cylindrical woody stem strength and ease of operation, bamboo is a versatile
material for a variety of economic uses:
 Handicraft and furniture
 Farm implements
 Fishpen, fishcage, and other fishing gears
 Banana props
 Musical instruments: pulp and paper
 House construction
 Young shoots of some species are edible.

BURI
- is extracted from the matured leaves of the buri palm. The fiber is durable and resistant to
moisture.
- The finished products from the buntal fibers are in demand in both local and international
market. The fruit of the buri tree is a cheap source of food and a good source of starch.
COIR
- (coconut fiber) Coconut fiber is a natural fiber extracted from the outer coconut husk used in
products such as floor mats, door mats, brushes and mattresses.

NITO
- is a plant belonging to the fern family that grows abundantly in the hinterlands of Mindanao in
Southern Philippines.
- It is a vine growing as a secondary forest cover clinging to trees and rocks. This climbing fern
is quite common in the Philippines at low and medium altitudes.

PANDAN
- is a tropical plant. It is processed and transformed into splints that are being used as raw
material.

RAFFIA
- is a fiber extracted from unopened buri leaf in 3 stages. It is loom woven into fabrics or
used as wall coverings, upholstery material, folding doors, and window hangings.

RATTAN
- belongs to the palm family. There are different types of rattan palms, such as high or low
climbers, single stemmed or clustered rattan species.

TIKIW
- is a large, erect, and aquatic or marshy herb plant. It is found in central Luzon to Mindanao. It
abounds in fresh water swaps, and in newly opened rice land at low altitudes.

TIKOG
- belongs to sea grasses. It is a native reed plant used as a raw material for mat weaving.

ABACA
- Belongs to the banana family. Its fiber has a natural luster with colors ranging from pure
white to ivory brown. Initially used as material for rope, the abaca found its way inside Filipino
homes as a great material for furniture and decor.
- The versatility of abaca, or Manila hemp, makes it easy to work with or create different
designs with it. Furniture makers and designers choose this material for their works because
of its durability and availability.

COCONUT SHELL
- the hard-outer part of a coconut. Coconut shell powder is commonly used in the manufacture
of mosquito coils and incense sticks. It is also used in the manufacture of plywood as a
phenolic extruder and as a filler in the manufacture of resin glue.
CHARACTERISTICS OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS
The most prominent feature of contemporary art is the fact that it has no distinct feature or a single
characteristic.

INNOVATION IN ART
- From the meaning of contemporary, contemporary art is an art that is living in present times.
It reflects current issues or current events. So, from time to time it changes along with
society. It could sometimes break the rules of traditional art, created by modern humans.
- Another characteristic that was employed to bring about modern art was the employment of
different objects, materials that looked useless to the common man but were brought to great
use by modern artists. The means or instruments to make the works of contemporary art are
changing and new technologies are used day by day.

EXAMPLES:
- NEWSPAPER IN A PAINTING - ART USING STONE
- JUNK ART ASSEMBLED USING PLASTIC - ART USING POLLEN
- ART USING RICE
Traditionally, color was used as means to bring reality to paintings and art pieces. However,
modern artists experimented with colors and used it unconventionally to make new textures and
themes and used them in their pieces of art. The colors used are strong and the content is
symbolic.

NEWER TECHNIQUE
- Modern art is not only about playing and experimenting with colors and objects, it has also
given birth to newer techniques that form the basis for contemporary art today.

ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM
- is a style of art that has meant one of the main manifestations of the spirit of the 20th century.
It emphasizes the expressions of the self and emotions. The colors are more violent, and
the content has a symbolic tint.
CHROMOLITHOGRAPHY
- is a prime example of a technique that was developed by Jules Cheret. Chromolithography is
a unique method for making multi-color prints. A chromolithograph is made using anywhere
from eight to forty stones, one for each color. The chromist, who specialized in breaking down
the colors needed to re-create the painting in ink, would document this process in a
progressive proof book, so that the image could be recreated easily again if needed.
SURREALISM
- It was focused on tapping into the unconscious mind to release creativity. Surrealistic art is
characterized by dream-like visuals, the use of symbolism, and collage images.
FAUVISM
- It comprises the first of the expressions of contemporary art. Its name refers to a group of
French painters who in 1905 filled the Paris autumn salon with works. The specific
characteristics of Fauvism are aggression in the use of colors (basically primary,
complementary along with garish tones) and their autonomy in relation to shapes.
CUBISM
- It is a style of art which aims to show all the possible viewpoints of a person or an object all at
once. It is called Cubism because the items represented in the artworks look like they are
made out of cubes and other geometrical shapes.
NEOPLASTICISM
- It is based on two-dimensionality, use of straight lines and primary colors. Its objective is to
divest itself of the particular to manifest the purity of art.

FINAL PRODUCT USING APPROPRIATE

MATERIALS IN MAKING CONTEMPORARY

“LOOKING INTO THE MIRROR NOT SEEING AN APOSTLE”

ARTIST: RIEL HILARIO
DATE OF CREATION: 2019
The inspiration of this sculpture the story in the Bible that Anito made from mud but it also contrast
Charles Darwin- theory of evolution.

CHEAP MEDICINE
ARTIST: OSCAR “OCA” VILLAMIEL
Represent the miserable life of people in medication, heads made from coconut, nakatusok sa
bamboo, buhok is rattan. It may look like its happy but it is the opposite of what it represents.

LOLONG AND LOLENG

ARTIST: DEMETRIO DELA CRUZ
3D painting of shoes represents lolong biggest crocodile in the Philippines, from the box of
the shoes to the shoes itself is 3D printed placed on top of a canvas.

SEED OF LIGHT
ARTIST: ALAB PAGARIGAN
DATE OF CREATION: 2014
Made from copper wire placed on top of a block of wood with a golden fabric emphasizing some
part of the body of the pregnant woman, the copper wire was shaped as a pregnant woman, shows
the joy and happiness of motherhood. Some parts of the body is faded because it depicts the
sacrifice of a mother for their child.
MOTION OF LIFE
ARTIST: JESSICA LOPEZ
DATE OF CREATION: 2018
Follow the Abstract art form which utilizes shapes and lines to form and is fond of using mixed
media such as paints, plywood, and fish bones (Dagupan). The fish bones depict that although
life is a painful journey, life is beautiful, and life must always go on. Look like a sperm cell, it
represents “the life itself” no matter how difficult life is we have to endure.
SIZE: 48X36 SQM

KANYAW
ARTIST: DEXTER BIGAYAN
DATE OF CREATION: 2015
Wants to bring back the color of the folk dances

MERCEDES BENZ
ARTIST: FRANCO CAGAYAT
Inspired merely because of his love for cars

THE WOUND THAT NEVER HEALS, THE GOD THAT NEVER DIES
ARTIST: JINGGOY BUENSUCESO
Sees himself in a Christ-like figure, Jesus Christ sacfrices life for us, made from metal,
refreshing the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Nakatusok representation of flowing blood, forming
mountains, because of the sacrifice nae enjoy natin young mga binigay satin sa present times.

NECKLACES
ARTIST: CARLO VILLAFUERTE
Unfinished, not identifying every emotion it represents, you don’t have to express your
feelings, basta suot mo siya everyone will know how you feel.

REVIEW NIYO DIN YUNG CRITICS

ADDED:
Decoupage is the art of decorating an object by gluing colored paper cutouts onto it in combination
with special paint effects, gold leaf, and other decorative elements.
Frottage is a surrealist and 'automatic' method of creative production that involves creating a rubbing
of a textured surface using a pencil or other drawing material. Max Ernst.
May isa pa pero nakalimutan ko na basta painting yun
 H.O.P.E
F.I.T.T PRINCIPLE
The F.I.T.T. principle helps you create a workout plan that will be more effective in
reaching your fitness goal.

1. FREQUENCY
- Number of training sessions that are performed during a given period (usually one week).
About 3 to 4 times per week or more are the recommended times of exercise for an individual,
Rest or easy days are in between to allow your body to recover from physical exertion.
2. INTENSITY
- An individual’s level of effort (light, moderate, or vigorous).
3. TIME
- Duration of a workout (including warm-up and cool-down) or the length of time spent in
training. Time should be decreasing as the intensity of the activity is increasing.
4. TYPE
- Mode of physical activity (swimming, jogging, dancing).

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITY
- Any activity that takes place during your free time is referred to as recreation.
- It does not follow the standard rules; it can be done anywhere; and most of all, it gives
enjoyment and self-satisfaction. Recreating is derived from the Latin word “recreare” which
means to be refreshed (mapasigla), to relax or to enjoy.
ACTIVE
 INDOOR
 OUTDOOR
PASSIVE

OUTDOOR RECRATION
- Is an organized activities done during one’s free time for his/her free own personal reasons,
where an interaction between man and an element of nature is present.

EXAMPLE:
 AQUATICS
 MOUNTAINEERING
TREKKING
- This outdoor activity is a longer journey on foot compared to hiking. The actibity is quite
challenging, allowing the trekkers to pass through an uncharted path. Sometimes, this will
take within a few days or weeks. Usually, undeveloped places are ecplored in trekking where
there is a close-up view of the wonders of nature.
HIKING
- It is aPHn outdoor activity where there are clear paths to follow. Paths are usually beautifully
charted with signs so that hikers won’t get lost along the trails. Natural hiking trails serve as
guides of the hikers to their destinations. It is usually shorter than trekking.
AQUATICS
- An array of recreational activities can be done in rivers, beaches, swimming pools, and the
like.
- These activities are a good source of relaxation, enjoyment and exercise.
EXAMPLES:
 Swimming
 Surfing
 Boating
 Fishing
 Bamboo Rafting
 White Water Rafting
ORIENTEERING
- It is an outdoor activity that requires you to follow a specific sequence of pre-set course with
the help of navigating devices, specifically maps and compass to go through an unfamiliar
terrain. Aside from physical this activity requires mental toughness to be able to reach the
expected destination.
CAMPING
- Camping is an enjoyable outdoor activity that allows you to experience simple adventures
outside your homes. It allows a lot of moving since it involves activities like carrying
backpacks, hiking and most of all pitching of tents. This activity lets you experience interaction
and bonding in different educational activities.

MOUNTAINEERING
- Is the set of outdoor activities that involves ascending tall mountains. Mountaineering-related
activities include traditional ourdoor climbing, skiing and traversing via ferratas. Indoor
climbing, sport climbing, and bouldering are also considered variants of mountaineering by
some.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
- Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.
Physical activity refers to all movement including during leisure time, for transport to get to and
from places, or as part of a person’s work.
- WHO

THREE TYPES OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

 AEROBIC ACTIVITIES
 MASCULAR STRENGTHENING ACTIVITIES
 BONE STRENGTHENING ACTIVITIES

AEROBICS EXERCISE
- Any physical activity that makes you sweat, causes you to breathe harder, and gets your heart
beating faster compared to when you are at rest.
- Doing aerobic exercises regularly strengthens your heart and lungs and trains your
cardiovascular system to manage and deliver oxygen more quickly and efficiently throughout
your body.
MUSCLE STRENGTHENING ACTIVITIES
- The ability of the muscles to exert a force during an activity such as lifting weights. Muscle
strengthening exercises involve using your muscles to work against a resistance such as your
body weight, elastic bands or weights.
BONE STRENGTHENING ACTIVITIES
- Any weight-bearing activity that produces a force on the bone, is also important to overall
health for children and adults. This force is usually produced by impact with the ground and
results in bone growth in children and healthy maintenance of bone density in adults.
- Examples of bone strengthening activities include jumping, walking, jogging, and weight lifting
exercises.
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PHILIPPINE TRADITIONAL GAMES
(LARONG LAHI)

Philippine Traditional Games or the “Larong lahi” are commonly played by children, usually using
native materials or instruments.
Due to limited resources for toys of Filipino Children, they usually come up with games without the
need of anything but the players themselves.

FIVE COMMON PHILIPPINE GAMES

Philippine games or “Larong pinoy” are visiblu seen all over the regions in the Philippines and
sometimes these games are likely similar or share common characteristics with our neighbor Asian
countries.
Our traditional games are also influenced by other countries during the colonization period like
Americans and Spaniards. Majority of the games use physical strength that can be
classified as mock warfare, facing games and formula games. All of these games make use of
ability and skills.
1. PATINTERO (BLOCK THE ENEMY GAME): This game is composed of a guard and a passer.
There are two sets of this game. One requires six players to a team while the other needs
eight players. The game is played outdoor and the game requires teamwork and incredible
agility since the game is characterize with a wide playing area.

MECHANINCS:
a. Form two teams (guards ans passers)
b. Guards will be stationed on three lines (one per line) and passers will stay at the
starting line.
c. The goal of the passers is to pass by the guards without being tagged. Take note that
guards cannot leave the lines; move within a time frame.
d. Passers who manage to run back and forth will get a point, if guards tagged all
passers, guards win the round.

2. SIPA: Sipa is similar with the football back in the old days. The ball is made of a light material
which is called as a washer. This game is done by kicking the ball upward. The player who
kicked the ball with the highest count will be the winner.

MECHANICS:
a. Create a washer. Typically, these are soft balls that are light enough to kick around.
b. Players have one turn to kick the washer as many times as they can with their feet
Once the washer falls, that’s his/her final count and other player begins his/her turn.
c. The player who kicks with the highest count wins.
 3. LUKSONG TINIK (THORN HURDLES): This is very common game for both boys and girls.
This game is played outside usually with grassy. The game is originated in Cabanatuan,
Nueva Ecija,

MECHANICS:
a. Two players, the “taya” face eah other with their hands and feet stacks.
b. The other players jump on it.
c. Their hands gradually increase in height and other players will continuously hop on it.
d. The player who touches the body of the “taya” will be the next “taya”.

4. SACK RACE: To play you need one burlap sack for each individual participant. The more
people racing, the more fun it is.

MECHANICS:
a. Participants will runto the sack, put both feet in and begin hopping toward the finish
line.
 Contetants must keep both feet in sack and at least one hand on the sack at all
times.
b. The sack must remain as close to the waist as possible and should not fall below the
knees.
c. The first racer to the finish line wins.

5. TUG OF WAR OR “HILAHANG LUBID”: athletic contest between two teams at opposite ends
of a rope, each tetam trying to drag the other across a center line. In some forms of the game
a tape or handkerchief is tied around the center of the rope, and two others are tied six feet
(1.8 meters) on either side.

MECHANICS:
a. Each team must have equal number of players.
b. The group must be a combination of five males and five females.
c. The distance between team is three meters.
d. Both ends of the rope should be tied on the waist of the last player while the others hold on
to the rope.
e. A piece of ribbon or handkerchief is tied to the rope on the centerline.
f. Upon signal to start, each team pulls each other.
g. The team signal to start, each tea, pulls the other over the borderline is declared as the
winner.

1. COMPETITIVENESS: Playing games would help children stand out on the crowd as well as learn
values that can be derived from their experience of playing this games.
2. BOOST MOOD: Games plays an important role in boosting the mood and relieving stress of a person.
Scientifically, while playing the brain releases endorphins that make you feel happy and cheerful.
3. IMPROVES YOUR COORDINATION: Improves the eye-hand coordination (the ability to do activities
that require the simultaneous use of our hands and eyes)
4. BOOSTS METABOLISM: Playing traditional games naturally helps in speeding the metabolism of a
person which is important to help the body to lose weight.
5. RELIEVES STRESS: Through playing Traditional Games, you are being distracted from the stressful
events you are dealing with in life.
6. IMPROVE MOTOR SKILLS: Playing games helps children to strengthen their muscles, joints,
increase flexibility and makes them more agile.

ADDED: LEAVE NO TRACE BEHIND POLICY PRINCIPLES, H.R.F 5 COMPONENTS, EXTRA

GAMES SA LARO NG LAHI