17 Questions
What is the defining characteristic of contemporary art?
It reflects the society and culture of the present times
Which statement best describes Philippine Contemporary Art?
It reflected people's aspirations for a just society
What different art forms fall under Contemporary Arts?
Architecture, Sculpture, and Film
How does Contemporary Art differ from traditional art-making?
It combines different methods and materials
What is a key characteristic of art produced by contemporary artists?
It has a world view and is sensitive to changing times
What are some examples of ethnic art forms in the Philippines?
Pottery, weaving, wood carving, and metal crafting
In precolonial times, what influenced the diversity of dances in the Philippines?
Movements of Filipino animals like birds
Which materials were commonly used in early Filipino architecture?
Anahaw, bamboo, cogon, and rattan
What were the two main categories of literary works during the Spanish colonial period in the Philippines?
Religious and secular prose and poetry
Which genre of literature was influenced by religion and secularization under Spanish rule?
Religious and secular prose and poetry
What types of instruments were commonly used in indigenous Filipino music?
Bamboo flutes and brass gongs
What type of dances were commonly performed during the Spanish Colonial period?
Valse, fandango, polka, and minuet
Which materials were predominantly used in constructing buildings during the Spanish Colonial period?
Stones and bricks
How did Filipinos acquire knowledge and skills in modern art during the American Colonial period?
They studied under the tutelage of American educators and through observation and personal experience.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that affected the way of art making during the Modern art period?
Colonialism
What type of plays became popular during the Spanish Colonial period?
Comedies and religious plays
Which of the following statements about Modern art is true according to the text?
Modern art was a departure from traditional art practices and methodologies.
Study Notes
Contemporary Arts
- Contemporary art emerged as a response to traditional art forms, leading to the development of new expressions and styles.
- It mirrors the society and culture of the present times, using a combination of different methods, materials, and ideas.
- Contemporary art is not restricted to individual experiences but reflects the world we live in, with artists creating work that is sensitive to changing times.
Contemporary Art Forms
- Architecture, Sculpture, Painting, Literature, Music, Performing, and Film are some of the different forms of contemporary art.
Philippine Contemporary Art
- Philippine Contemporary Art was influenced by social realism, brought about by Martial Law, and became an expression of people's aspirations for a just, free, and sovereign society.
Ethnic Tradition
- Ethnic art forms were influenced by geographical location and the experiences of the Filipinos.
- Examples of ethnic art forms include:
- Dance: varying steps depending on the region, such as imitating animal movements (e.g., birds) in highlands or fish movements near the sea.
- Visual arts: pottery, weaving, wood carving, and metal crafting using local materials.
- Architecture: use of local materials like anahaw, bamboo, cogon, rattan, and other light materials.
- Folk literature: folk speeches, songs, and narratives that verbalize experiences.
- Theater arts: tribal presentations and rituals depicting beliefs.
- Music: use of indigenous instruments like bamboo flutes and brass gongs.
Spanish Colonial Tradition
- Spanish colonial rule brought significant changes to Philippine art, with:
- Literature: classification into religious and secular prose and poetry.
- Theater arts: secular and religious plays, including comedies, and religious dances.
- Music: introduction of Western instruments like the piano, and the emergence of bands and orchestras playing zarzuelas and operas.
- Visual arts: introduction of painting and structures depicting religious subject matter.
- Architecture: use of stones and bricks, with intricate decorative designs and wood carvings.
American Colonial Tradition
- American colonial rule led to changes in education, with:
- Filipinos studying abroad, learning from American educators, and observing modern art.
- The introduction of modern art concepts, which rose above traditional practices and methodologies.
- Experimental approaches to art-making, influenced by urbanization, consumerism, and emerging technologies.
Test your knowledge on the historical development of Philippine art, from precolonial times to contemporary traditions. Explore the influences of ethnic, Spanish colonial, and American colonial traditions on Philippine art forms.
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