Philippine Arts and Traditions
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What architectural style is exhibited by the St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral in Vigan City?

  • Baroque (correct)
  • Gothic
  • Romanesque
  • Neoclassical
  • The main artistic theme of the Modern Art period, from the 1860s to 1960s, was focused on what?

  • National identity (correct)
  • Surrealism
  • Religious themes
  • Abstract expression
  • Which Filipino artist is known as the 'Grand Old Man of Philippine Art' and painted 'The Making of the Philippine Flag'?

  • Fernando Amorsolo (correct)
  • Federico Aguilas Alcuaz
  • Leeroy New
  • Carlos 'Botong' Francisco
  • What tradition is depicted in Carlos 'Botong' Francisco's mural painting 'Bayanihan'?

    <p>Community cooperation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period of art reflects contemporary culture and society, and includes diverse and emerging art practices?

    <p>Contemporary art (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of activities are depicted in Federico Aguilas Alcuaz's 'Cinco Marias (Tres Marias Series)'?

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    Which of the following best describes the concept of form in visual arts?

    <p>A three-dimensional figure with height, width, and volume. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Leeroy New’s art installation in the Sand Dunes of Paoay symbolize, according to the artist?

    <p>Great festivals, feasts, and celebrations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an artist is creating an artwork using only triangles, squares and rectangles, what type of shapes are being used?

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    In visual arts, what does positive space refer to?

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    What feeling does a horizontal line typically suggest in visual arts?

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    What element of art refers to the sense of feel on the surface of an artwork?

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    In visual arts, what is implied by a diagonal line?

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    If an artist repeats certain design elements to create a pattern and flow within a piece of art, what principle are they utilizing?

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    Which principle of art is achieved when the size of a human figure in a painting is accurately represented in relation to the size of a nearby building?

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    Which of the following describes the principle of 'variety' in art?

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    What does 'value' refer to in the context of color in visual arts?

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    What is the primary purpose of 'emphasis' as a principle of art?

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    What is the primary definition of 'Sining' as described in the text?

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    Which of the following is an accurate definition of 'movement' in the context of art?

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    Which statement best represents the role of the arts in the cultural identity of the Philippines?

    <p>Arts are significant in reflecting the people, history, and traditions of the Philippines. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle of art relates the arrangement of artistic elements in such a way that they make a cohesive whole?

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    What are the three major traditions that contributed to the development of Philippine arts, according to the text?

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    What is a central characteristic of art during the Ethnic Tradition in the Philippines?

    <p>Integral to daily life and reflecting pagan beliefs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who discovered the Angono Petroglyphs, and when was it discovered?

    <p>Carlos 'Botong' Francisco in 1965. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary significance of the Manunggul Jar?

    <p>It is a burial jar signifying the belief in life after death. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ‘Banga’ dance of the Kalinga tribe portray?

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    What was the primary influence on art forms during the Spanish Colonial Tradition?

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    What is the subject matter depicted in Josef Luciano Dans' 'Langit, Lupa, at Impyerno' painting?

    <p>Heaven, earth, and hell with religious figures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of art during both the Ethnic and Spanish Colonial periods?

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    Flashcards

    Definition of Art

    Art involves expressing human skills and imagination in creating aesthetic objects.

    Cultural Identity

    Arts reflect the people, history, and traditions of the Philippines.

    Ethnic Tradition

    Art influenced by geography and experiences of Filipinos, integral to life.

    Angono Petroglyphs

    Ancient rock engravings in Rizal, featuring human and animal figures.

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    Manunggul Jar

    A burial jar from Palawan symbolizing life after death beliefs.

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    Banga Dance

    Performance by Kalinga showing grace and strength using pots.

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    Spanish Colonial Tradition

    Art forms influenced primarily by religion and the promotion of Catholic faith.

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    Langit, Lupa, at Impyerno

    Wall painting depicting heaven, earth, and hell, found in Paete, Laguna.

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    Contemporary Art

    Art that continues to evolve from traditional Philippine arts.

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    Integration of Art Forms

    Diverse Philippine art forms combine to represent rich culture and tradition.

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    St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral

    A cathedral located in Vigan City, built first in 1574.

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    Baroque architecture

    An architectural style characterized by grandeur and detailed ornamentation.

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    Modern Art

    Art from the 1860s to 1960s focused on national identity.

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    Fernando Amorsolo

    A renowned Filipino painter known as the 'Grand Old Man of Philippine Art'.

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    Bayanihan

    A Filipino tradition of communal unity and cooperation.

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    Cinco Marias

    A series by Federico Alcuaz depicting domestic activities.

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    Leeroy New

    A contemporary Filipino artist known for his festival installations.

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    Space in Art

    Refers to positive and negative space in visual arts.

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    Line in Visual Arts

    A series of connected points creating shapes or paths.

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    Shape

    An area enclosed by a line, two-dimensional with height and width.

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    Form

    Three-dimensional figures with height, width, and volume, having depth.

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    Geometric Shapes

    Shapes like triangles, squares, and rectangles that are regular and mathematical.

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    Organic Shapes

    Shapes found in nature, such as the shape of a leaf or a cloud.

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    Abstract Shapes

    Asymmetrical and free-flowing shapes, not representing real objects.

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    Color

    Associated with light and environment; produced when light passes through a prism.

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    Value (in art)

    A property of color referring to its lightness or darkness.

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    Texture

    An element that appeals to our sense of touch; describes surface quality.

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    Proportion

    The relationship between sizes of elements in art, ensuring correct scale.

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    Harmony

    The unity and arrangement of related elements in an artwork.

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    Study Notes

    Philippine Arts

    • Art, or "Sining," encompasses various methods of expressing human skills and imagination through aesthetic creations. It involves using all senses to appreciate art, reflecting Philippine culture, history, and traditions.
    • Philippine arts exhibit diverse forms across regions, showcasing a rich and abundant cultural heritage that continues to evolve.
    • The development of Philippine arts follows three primary traditions: Ethnic, Spanish Colonial, and American Colonial/Contemporary.

    Ethnic Tradition

    • Art forms in this tradition are deeply influenced by geographical location and the everyday experiences of Filipinos.
    • Examples include:
      • Angono Petroglyphs: Engraved rock figures (human and animal) dating back to the late Neolithic period, found in Binangonan, Rizal.
      • Manunggul Jar: A burial jar found in Manunggul Cave, Palawan, representing the early Filipinos' belief in life after death.

    Spanish Colonial Tradition

    • Spanish rule significantly influenced Philippine art, favoring religious and secular themes.
    • Examples include:
      • Langit, Lupa, at Impyerno: A 1850 wall painting in St. James the Apostle Church in Paete, Laguna, which illustrates heaven, earth, and hell, and the consequences of human actions.

    American Colonial and Contemporary Arts Traditions

    • American influence, through education and governance, shaped art forms in this era.
    • Examples include:
      • The Making of the Philippine Flag: A painting that reflects Filipino traditions and customs, created by Fernando Amorsolo.
      • Bayanihan: A mural by Carlos "Botong" Francisco, depicting the shared spirit or unity of Filipinos, highlighting the distinctive style of this artist.

    Contemporary Arts Tradition

    • Contemporary art forms mirror contemporary culture and society.
    • Examples include:
      • Cinco Marias (Tres Marias Series): A series of paintings by Federico Aguilas Alcuaz depicts various Filipino domestic activities.
      • Art Installation in Sand Dunes of Paoay: A contemporary art installation created by Leeroy New for the La Milagrosa Festival in Ilocos Norte, that symbolizes the importance of celebrations.

    Elements of Art

    • Space: Emptiness around a form; may be positive or negative space.
    • Line: Connected points with form, direction, and meaning. Forms include curved, dotted, broken, vertical, horizontal, or diagonal.
    • Shape and Form: Two-dimensional enclosed areas (shape) or three-dimensional structures (form).
    • Color: An optical phenomenon resulting from varying wavelengths of light (lightness, darkness, coolness, or warmth).
    • Value: The lightness or darkness of a color; related to color.
    • Texture: The feel of a surface (rough, smooth, bumpy, or slippery); related to visual art.

    Principles of Art

    • Proportion: Relationship between the sizes of elements.
    • Harmony: Unity within an artwork, specifically in the arrangement of elements.
    • Variety: Adding different elements to break the monotony for greater interest.
    • Movement: Illusion of motion in a piece of art.
    • Rhythm: Repetition of elements.
    • Balance: Equal distribution of elements.
    • Emphasis: A principle of arts that gives more impact on a specific element.

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