Visual Arts and Technology Advancements

Lesson 1: Advancements in Technology

• Technology provides artists with more tools and techniques, enabling better artistic expression.
• Visual artists, filmmakers, and designers create new ways to enhance experiences.

Lesson 1: Visual Arts

• Ronald Ventura: Painter and sculptor, born in 1973 in Manila. Known for his multifaceted Post Colonial Culture in the Philippines.
• Alfredo and Isabel Aquilizan: Filipino immigrants in Australia. Their art explores migration, dislocation, adaptation, and identity using abstract and representational objects.
• Mark Salvatus: Intermedia artist (1980). Creates sculptures and video installations depicting the impact of urbanization on densely populated areas.
• Al Bernard Garcia: Ballet Philippines choreographer. Won first prize for contemporary dance composition in 2012.
• Danilo Dayo: Classical ballet choreographer. Staged "Belle Donne and Money" in 2015.
• Gia Geguinto: Ballet dance teacher and choreographer. Premiered dance in 2014.

Lesson 1: Music

• Contemporary Music: Adapts elements from 20th-century Western music and current entertainment trends.
• Original Pilipino Music (OPM): Began in the 1970s, using Filipino languages in songs (e.g., Tagalog, English, TagLish). Included genres like rock, pop, and other influences.
• Filipino rock musicians: (e.g., Freddie Aguilar) added folk influences to OPM.

Lesson 2: Literature

• Contemporary Philippine Literature: Thriving despite Martial Law censorship (1972-1986).
• Filipino writers: Challenged Martial Law and its repression through essays, stories, poems.

Lesson 2: Theater

• Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA): Innovates productions for Filipino audiences.
• Cultural Center of the Philippines: Hosts the Virgin Labfest featuring young playwrights.
• Lesson 2: Creative Mediums
• Local materials: Resources available at a specific time in a specific location. Contemporary artists utilize these to produce exemplary works.

Lesson 3: Brainstorming

• Brainstorming: Generating multiple ideas for a creative project.
• Drafting a Plan: Discuss how to convey the message to the audience, considering creative and practical aspects. Practical solutions are encouraged.
• Resources: Use readily available community resources to keep expenses down.

Lesson 3: Schedule and Committees

• Schedule: Time is a critical resource. The group must consider the timeframe.
• Committees: Form committees to ensure all members participate in performance production (e.g., Writing, Logistics, Creative, Technical etc.).
• Stick to the schedule: Use resources wisely and adjust plans as needed.
• Enjoy the process: Collaborating and developing the performance should be fun.

Authenticity, Originality, Creativity

• Originality: New perspectives and approaches (e.g., novel painting style).
• Creativity: Transforming ordinary elements into extraordinary works.
• Authenticity: Creating unique works based on individuality and experiences.