Contemporary Philippine Arts in Region Contemporary Art is not intended to be reduced to
Topic 3: Integrative Art conventional notions of space and medium.
Integrative/Integrated Arts - refers to
interdisciplinary art, art study, development,
production, display, or creative creation of work that
uses two or more artistic disciplines.
Contemporary Art - in simple terms, refers to any
performance, or visual output created by artists that
are alive and still making artwork.
Different Forms of Contemporary Art
1. Site-Specific Art/Installation Art - It can be found in
the places or as an installation.
2. Appropriation Art - It is a form of Hybrid Art where
the original artwork is modified to give it a modern
twist.
3. Performance Art - often features artists using
themselves as their medium and engaging their
audiences in their performance.
4. Hybrid Art - is a contemporary art movement that
incorporated scientific and technological
advancements into art. It is a hybrid of media art
where artists integrate photography, film, radio,
television, computers, and the internet into multi-
media production.
Vocation – refers to where your great talent meets the
world’s great needs.
The feeling that all is possible in the contemporary, is
conceived as a constantly extending and deepening
constellation of art. – Dr. Patrick Flores
Contemporary Art permits possibilities of exploring
either subject or medium in art to express the Filipino
sense of self. At present, Filipinos are becoming more
and more aggressive as they use the arts to express
themselves and create wonderful artworks that try to
capture the Filipino way of life.
Contemporary Artists have brought their artworks
onto the streets, in public, because in contemporary
times, the main feat of any art primarily depends on
how the art is able to connect with spectators.
How is Art Related to the Different Aspects of Life in
the Philippines?
Art and the Environment
Arts gives identity to the physical environment of a
country just as the identity is seen in art.
Art and Religion
Art is a tool to colonize us. Philippine Mythological
creatures are depicted in the modern media.
Art and Technology
Technology is both a tool for creating artwork and a
means to deliver art to an audience.
Art and Culture
Art represents heritage more intentionally as
evidently Filipino where in choice of images, color
palette subject and theme is unique to our culture.
Art and Politics
Art can be both a catalyst for change as well a means
of expression of one's political conviction.
Art and Economics
Art can provide insight into a wide range of lifestyles
and economic backgrounds.
Art and History
Art illustrates significant moments of generation and
nation.