Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region

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What are some products created using bamboo?

Kubing

Bungkaka

Tongatong

All of the above (correct)

Which of these options are correct? (Select all that apply)

Buntal is a cylindrical shaped fiber. (correct)

Buntal is a supple ivory while strands that are quite durable, pliable, and have good dyeing qualities. (correct)

The most noted producers of Buntal are the provinces of Bohol, Pangasinan, Marinduque, and Quezon. (correct)

All of the above

What are some products created using coir?

Indoor or outdoor fiber carpets

Wall covering

Doormat

All of the above (correct)

Where does abaca grow abundantly?

Visayas (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are considered non-representational arts?

Both B and C (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does form refer to in art?

The physical characteristics of an artwork (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of machine in the context of the 4Ms of production?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of production planning?

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Decollage is a technique where an image is built up all or parts of existing images.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Graffiti is usually created in a public space and is often illicitly done.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Land Art often involves using natural materials found in landscapes and integrating them into art.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Mixed Media refers to artwork that uses only a single type of medium.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Print making typically involves painting on paper.

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What is the main difference between critiquing and criticizing?

Critiquing involves a detailed analysis and assessment, while criticizing focuses on expressing disapproval or fault-finding. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main factors to consider when critiquing available materials?

Availability, Accessibility, and Affordability. Signup and view all the answers

Briefly describe the concept of art technique in the context of art.

Art Technique refers to the manner and skill by which an artist employs specific techniques and materials to achieve a desired artistic outcome. Signup and view all the answers

What are the four key aspects of the Method section within the 4Ms of art production?

Objectives, Materials, Procedures, and Manpower. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of manpower in the 4Ms of production?

Manpower refers to the team of individuals responsible for carrying out various tasks and roles in the production process. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of frottage as an art technique?

Frottage involves rubbing a crayon on paper placed over an object or image to create a textured impression. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Contemporary Philippine Arts from the Region

Local Materials: Artists utilize readily available materials like bamboo, abaca, nito, pandan, rattan, and bakbak. Abaca fiber comes in various shades from white to dark brown, and is prevalent in Eastern Visayas. Nito is abundant in Mindanao. Pandans are processed into splints used in Visayas.
Abaca: A banana family member, its fiber is naturally lustrous and ranges from white to dark brown. Eastern Visayas is a significant supplier.
Nito: A fern family plant, abundant in Mindanao's hinterlands. Used for bags, bread trays, and lampshades.
Pandan: A tropical plant, processed into splints. Significant in Calatrava, Visayas, for baskets, hats, mats.
Rattan: Belonging to the palm family, comprises various types (high/low climbers, single/clustered). Used in furniture, picture frames, and baskets.
Bakbak: The outermost covering of abaca stalks, a strong, durable sheath used for furniture, mats, and containers.
Bamboo: A versatile material used in construction, textiles, musical instruments, and more, abundant in several Philippine provinces. Examples include kubing, bungkaka, and novelty items.
Tikog: Native sea grass, used for mats, hampers, and other woven products.
Buntal: A cylindrically shaped fiber, ivory-colored, durable, pliable, and dyeable. Notable producers are in Bohol, Pangasinan, Marinduque, and Quezon. Products include shoes, desk accessories, and wallets.
Buri: Durable fiber from the buri palm leaves, resistant to moisture. Used for hats, baskets, and bags.
Coir: Fibrous material surrounding coconuts. Abundant in CALABARZON, Northern Mindanao, and Davao Region. Used for indoor/outdoor carpets, wall coverings, and doormats.
Capiz Shells: Translucent, allowing light to pass through. From the windowpane oyster (Placuna placenta), found in Philippine coastal waters. Used in ornaments and decorations.

Art Mediums and Techniques

Mediums: Materials used to create an artwork (e.g., metal, wood, stone, clay, glass, pigments, inks, etc).
Techniques: Ways artists manipulate materials to achieve a desired effect or communicate meaning. Techniques vary based on medium, for example, wood is carved, stone is chiseled, thread is woven.
Painting: Uses pigments on various surfaces (wood, canvas, paper).
Printmaking: Process of transferring ink to a surface, creating multiple copies (wood, metal, silk screen).
Music: Composed of sound and instruments, including the human voice.
Dance: Utilizes the human body and movements.
Theater: Integrates various arts (visual, musical, dance) on a stage, using a script.
Photography: Uses cameras to capture images.
Film: Combines cinematography, production design, sound, and script.
Creative Writing: Encompasses various genres (novels, poetry, nonfiction, fiction).
Collage: Assembling different materials to create a new whole work.
Decalcomania: Applying gouache to a surface, then transferring a reversed image.
Decoupage: Adhering cut images to a surface and coating with varnish.
Eggshell Mosaic: Creates images or objects using small eggshell pieces.
Trapunto Painting: A technique using padding, sewing, and embellishments on fabrics. Noted in the work of Pacita Abad.

Production Planning

Method: The framework that provides a skeletal plan, including production objectives, materials, procedures, manpower, and target dates.
Venue/Platform: The physical space for execution.
Objectives: Specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound goals (SMART).
Target Audience: Intended recipients of the artwork.
Procedures: Steps to be taken.
Materials: Centerpiece of the concept for artworks (e.g., scripts, music, choreography).
Machinery: Tools and equipment (e.g., stage lighting, sound systems).
Manpower: Team members with designated roles.
Art techniques: techniques used to create the production (collage, decoupage, eggshell mosaic).

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Explore the rich heritage of contemporary Philippine arts that utilize local materials. This quiz covers various artists' use of bamboo, abaca, nito, pandan, rattan, and bakbak in their creations, highlighting their significance in different regions. Get ready to deepen your understanding of these indigenous resources.