CONTEMPORARY PHILIPPINE ARTS FROM REGIONS

3RD GRADING REVIEWER

ARTS IN THE PHILIPPINES

The development of the Philippine arts comes in three major traditions. These are the Ethnic Tradition,
Spanish Colonial Tradition, and American Colonial and Contemporary Arts Traditions.

Ethnic Tradition - Art forms are primarily influenced by the geographical location and the experiences of
the Filipinos (Luzviminda & Sayseng, 2016). In this time, the purpose of arts is integral to life. Arts reflected
the pagan beliefs and practices, everyday activity such as fishing and farming, and specific decorative art
pattern to the community.

Spanish Colonial Tradition - Art forms were primarily influenced by religion and secularization. In this
time, Spaniards used arts to propagate the Catholic faith.

American Colonial / Modern Art (1860 - 1960) The main theme of art works in this time is national
identity.

Contemporary Arts Traditions - (1970s to the present) Contemporary arts mirror contemporary culture
and society.

Elements of Art

1. Space - In visual arts, space pertains to emptiness which may either be positive space or negative
space. Positive Space - object / Negative Space - background
2. Line - a line is a series of connected points. It may come in two characteristics:
form – curved, dotted, or broken lines; and
direction– vertical, horizontal, or diagonal lines.
3. Shape - an area that is enclosed by a line/s.
Geometric - triangle, square, and rectangle
Organic Shapes - found in nature
Abstract - asymmetrical and free flowing
Form - 2 Dimensional - Flat surface / 3 Dimensional -
4. Color - associated with the natural phenomenon in our environment
5. Value - property of a color which pertains to its lightness or darkness.
6. Texture - appeals to our sense of feel on things

Principles of Art

1. Proportion - relationship of the size of elements in a body of art

2. Harmony - the unity of the artwork arrangement that are related elements
3. Variety - adding multiple and different elements to break the monotony of an artwork
4. Movement - illusion of motion in a piece of art
5. Rhythm - the repetition of certain elements to produce a pattern
6. Balance - refers to the even and equal distribution of elements
7. Emphasis - the greater impact given on a certain element
Contemporary Philippine Arts

Contemporary Art is influenced by the economic, social, political and environmental context where the
artist is immersed in. It can be said that Contemporary Art is the artist’s expression of his perception and
comprehension of these contexts. Contemporary Arts in the Philippines is as diverse as our people.

Elements of Contemporary Art

Contemporary Arts have different elements that are put together to come up with a distinct artwork

1. Appropriation - relates to the modifications made by the artist.

2. Hybridity - refers in the use of different art mediums that are put together.
3. Technology - its application highlights the creativity of the artist.
4. Performance - carried out for viewers to experience.
5. Space - intricate use of space.

Integrative Art employs the use of different art elements used together in distinct different expressions.
Thus, it becomes a combination of different art forms for specific groups of viewers. Integrative art is also a
fusion of different art disciplines using different styles and media in creating art.

Features of Contemporary Philippine Art

1. Communal nature, as it reflects the relationships build around the bonds of community and society.
2. Intuitive, as Filipinos are immersed in their consciousness of themselves, their community and their
culture.
3. Holistic, as individuals, groups of people and events are perceived in their entirety as well as the unitive
use of art materials and forms.
4. Creative process, as the artist puts more emphasis on now their artwork was made than on the artwork
itself.
5. Integrative, as it encompasses religious, moral, spiritual, social, and environmental concerns.
6. Multi-focal, as it considers everything and everyone, the wide perspective of the artwork as well as both
artist and viewer.
VARIOUS PHILIPPINE CONTEMPORARY ARTS

Contemporary Art Example

Painting the expression of ideas and emotions, with The Sketch by Victorio Edades
the creation of certain aesthetic qualities, in a two- Magellan’s Cross by Raul Agas
dimensional visual language. Salaam (Peace) by Rameer Tawasil

Sculpture is an art form in which hard or plastic
materials are worked into three-dimensional art objects
Architecture is the art and practice of designing and
constructing buildings
The Bonifacio Monument by Guillermo Tolentino
Sandugo by Napoleon Abueva
Six Ladies in Durian by Kublai Millan
CCP/PICC/ by Leandro Locson
Pearl Farm Beach Resort by Francisco Manosa

Film is a form of visual art use to imitate experiences Himala by Ishmael Bernal
that communicate ideas, stories, or feelings with the Muro-Ami by Marilou Diaz-Abaya
use of moving images. Mindanao by Brilante Mendoza
Literature According to Lombardi (2020), literature is a A Blade of Fern by Edith Ocampo
term used to describe written and sometimes spoken I Saw the Fall of the Philippines by Carlos P.
material. Romulo

Music and Theater Music is a collection of Pastores (Luzon)

coordinated sound or sounds. Pinalangga (Visayas)
Theatre is a collaborative form of fine art that uses live Buyayang (Mindanao)
performers to present the experience of a real or
imagined event before a live audience in a specific
place.

Dance, the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, Banga

usually to music and within a given space, for the Kuratsa
purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing Singkil
energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself

NATIONAL ARTIST AWARD (Presidential Proclamation No. 1001 s. 1972)

The Order of National Artists aims to recognize:

1. The Filipino artists who have made significant contributions to the cultural heritage of the country
2. The Filipino artistic accomplishment at its highest level and to promote creative expression as significant
to the development of a national cultural identity.
3. The Filipino artists who have dedicated their lives to their works to forge new paths and directions for
future generations of Filipino artists.

List of Art Forms and some National Artist (National Artist Award)
1. Literature
1973 Amado V. Hernadez / 1973 Jose Garcia Villa / 1976 Nick Joaquin
2. Film and Broadcasting / Broadcast Arts
1982 Gerardo de Leon / 1997 Lino Brocka / 2006 Fernando Poe Jr.
3. Architecture, Design and Allied Arts
1973 Juan Nakpil / 1976 Pablo Antonio / 1990 Leondro V. Locsin
4. Music
1973 Antonio J. Molina / 1976 Jovita Fuentes / 2018 Ryan Cayabyab
5. Dance
1973 Francisca Reyes Aquino / 1976 Leonor Orosa-Goquingco / 1988 Lucrecia Reyes Urtula
6. Theater
1997 Rolando S. Tinio / 1999 Daisy Avellana / 2001 Severino Montano
7. Visual Arts
1972 Fernando C. Amorsolo / 1973 Carlos " Botong" V. Francisco / 1973 Guillermo E. Tolentino

The Insignia of the Order of the National Artists is formed from a Grand Collar featuring circular links
depicting the arts and an eight-pointed sunburst suspended from a sampaguita wreath in green and white
enamel. The center of the badge is divided into three equal portions, in red, white and blue representing the
Philippine Flag with three stylized letter K’s that stands for the CCP’s motto “ Katotohanan, Kabutihan at
Kagandahan” ( The true, the good and the beautiful ). The Grand Collar is made from silver gilt bronze.

GAWAD SA MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN (GAMABA) (Republic Act No. 7355)

As envisioned in Republic Act No. 7355 Known as Manlilikha ng Bayan Act was established in 1992 and
shall mean citizen engaged in any traditional art uniquely Filipino, whose distinct skills have reached such a
high level of technical and artistic excellence, and have passed it on to in his or her community with the
same degree of technical and artistic competence.

The Gawad Manlilikha ng Bayan (GAMABA) Awardees

As Filipino who recognize the unique identities of our fellow Filipinos, it is the right to see their contribution
to the community. The country is rich with various elements of tangible and intangible cultural heritage
which has passed on the new generation. Culture as part of our Philippine identity includes a variety of arts
that enhance by our National Living Treasure artists who are recognized in their special contribution to the
national heritage. These are Filipino citizen who is engaged in any traditional art forms and has contributed
to the development of cultural diversity and the creativity of humanity.

LIST OF GAMABA AWARDEE

1. Ginaw Bilog - Surat Mangyan and Ambahan poetry
2. Masino Intaray - Epic Chanter and Storyteller
3. Samaon Sulaiman - Playing Kudyapi
4. Lang Dulay - T’nalak Weaving
5. Salinta Monon - Inabal Weaving
6. Alonzo Saclag - Playing Kalinga Musical Instruments
7. Federico Caballero - Chanting the Sugidanon Epic of the Panay Bukidnon
8. Uwang Ahadas - Playing Yakan Instruments
9. Darhata Sawabi - Pis syabit Weaving
10. Eduardo Mutuc - Metal Plating
11. Haja Amina Appi - Mat weaving
12. Teofilo Garcia - Kattukong or Tabúngaw Hat Making
13. Magdalena Gamayo - Abel Weaving
14. Ambalang Ausalin - Yakan Weaving
15. Estelita Bantilan - B’laan Mat Weaving
16. Yabing Masalon Dulo - B’laan Ikat or Tie-dye Fabric Weaving