Contemporary Art From The Philippine Regions PDF

CONTEMPORARY ART FROM THE 5. Value - In visual arts, value is considered PHILIPPINE REGIONS a property of a color which pertains to its lightness or darkness. ELEMENTS OF ART...

CONTEMPORARY ART FROM THE 5. Value - In visual arts, value is considered PHILIPPINE REGIONS a property of a color which pertains to its lightness or darkness. ELEMENTS OF ART 6. Texture - In visual arts, texture is the 1. Space - In visual arts, space pertains to element that appeals to our sense of feel on emptiness which may either be positive things, rough, smooth, bumpy, or slippery. It space or negative space. Positive space pertains to the surface of an art piece. refers to a part which is enclosed in a shape, while negative space refers to the PRINCIPLES OF ART opposite part which the shape is enclosing. 1. Proportion - Proportion refers to the 2. Line - In visual arts, a line is a series of relationship of the size of elements in a connected points. It may come in two body of art. For example, when drawing a characteristics: form – curved, dotted, or human standing beside a house, it is broken lines; and direction – vertical, important to ensure that the size of the horizontal, or diagonal lines. Different human is proportional to the size of the types of lines may convey different house. meanings. For example, a horizontal line 2. Harmony - In visual arts, harmony is the usually suggests calmness, vertical lines unity of the artwork, specifically about the may convey strength, diagonal lines create arrangement of the related elements. an impression of action, curved lines create 3. Variety - In other terms, variety may be an expression of gradual change of referred to as diversity. This means adding direction, and circular lines may pertain to multiple, different elements to break the an abrupt change of direction. monotony of an artwork and make it more 3. Shape and Form - Shape is an area that interesting. is enclosed by a line or lines. Shapes are 4. Movement - In arts, movement is the two dimensional figures with height and illusion of motion in a painting, sculpture width. There are different kinds of shapes design, or in a piece of art. and these are geometric shapes 5. Rhythm - This refers to the repetition of (triangle, squares, rectangle, etc.), organic certain elements to produce a pattern. In shapes (shapes found in nature, e.g. shape visual arts, repeated design elements may of a leaf or cloud), abstract shapes create a certain flow and may lead the (asymmetrical and free flowing shapes). viewer’s eyes. Meanwhile, forms are three dimensional 6. Balance - Balance refers to the even and figures. Its dimensions are height, width, equal distribution of elements. and volume. Unlike shapes, it has more 7. Emphasis - Emphasis is a principle depth. which may refer to the greater impact given 4. Color - In visual arts, color is associated on a certain element. with the natural phenomenon in our environment. Scientifically, when a light DEVELOPMENT OF PHILIPPINE ARTS passes through a prism, it will produce 1. Ethnic Tradition - Art forms are primarily different hues of different wavelengths. influenced by the geographical location and These colors may pertain to lightness, the experiences of the Filipinos. In this darkness, coolness, or warmth. time, the purpose of arts is integral to life. Arts reflected the pagan beliefs and 2. Spanish Colonial Tradition - Art forms practices, everyday. were primarily influenced by religion and - Angono Petroglyphs: The Angono secularization. In this time, Spaniards used Petroglyphs is situated in arts to propagate the Catholic faith. Binangonan, Rizal. It was - Langit, Lupa, at Impyerno: This discovered by the National Artist, wall painting by Josef Luciano Dans Carlos “Botong” Francisco, in 1965. will be found in St. James the There are 127 human and animal Apostle Church in Paete, Laguna. figures engraved on the rock wall This painting was dated 1850 and and dated back to circa late depicts the heaven, crucifixion of Neolithic. Christ; earth, Adam and Eve; and hell, sinners with different transgressions. - Manunggul Jar: Manunggul jar is found in Manunggul Cave, Lipuun Point, Palawan in the early 1960s. Manunggul jar is a burial jar which signifies the belief of early Filipinos - St. Paul Metropolitan Cathedral: is in life after death. located in Burgos, Vigan City, Ilocos Sur. The original structure was built in 1574 and replaced as a church in 1641. The cathedral follows a Baroque architectural design. 3. Modern Art - refers to the practice of art 4. Contemporary Art - Contemporary from the 1860s to the 1960s. The main art refers to the practice of art from the theme of art works at this time is national 1970s to the present. Contemporary arts identity. mirror contemporary culture and society. - The Making of the Philippine Flag: Diverse and emerging art practices were This painting was made by being introduced in this era. Fernando Amorsolo, “Grand Old - Cinco Marias (Tres Marias Series): Man of Philippine Art” and born in Federico Aguilas Alcuaz was born in Manila. It shows a reminder of Santa Cruz, Manila. Cinco Marias traditions and customs of the (Tres Marias Series) depicts a Filipino. variety of domestic activities. - Bayanihan: Carlos “Botong” Francisco was born in Ango, Rizal. This painting by him was dated in 1962. This mural painting of Carlos - Art Installation in Sand Dunes of “Botong” Francisco shows the Paoay by Leeroy New: Leeroy New Filipinos bayanihan tradition. This is one of the Philippines also shows the distinctive style of contemporary artists. He was born in Francisco’s painting that showcased General Santos City. This art his mastery in arts. installation of Leeroy New was made for the La Milagrosa Festival in Ilocos Norte. According to Leeroy New, the art installation symbolizes the great festivals, feasts and celebrations GAWAD MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN 3. He/she passed on to the other (GAMABA) AWARD members of the community skills in Requirements for GAMABA Award: the folk art for which the community 1. He/she is an inhabitant of an is traditionally known. indigenous/traditional cultural 4. His/her community has recognized community anywhere in the him/her as master and teacher of Philippines that has preserved his/her craft. indigenous customs, beliefs, rituals and traditions and/or has syncretized GAMABA Categories (Given but not limited whatever external elements that to the following): have influenced it. - Folk architecture 2. He/she must have engaged in a - Maritime transport folk-art tradition that has been in - Weaving, carving existence and documented for at - Performing arts least 50 years. - Literature 3. He/she must have consistently - Graphic and plastics arts performed or produced over a - Ornament significant period, works of superior - Textile or fiber art and distinctive quality. - Pottery and other artistic 4. He/she must possess a mastery of expressions of traditional culture. tools and materials needed by the art as master and maker of works of Incentives for the GAMABA Awardees: extraordinary technical quality. - Special designed gold medallion 5. He/she must have passed on and/or - An initial grant of 100,000 pesos and will pass to other members of the 10,000 pesos monthly stipend for life community their skills in the folk-art - An additional monthly personal for which the community is allowance of 14,000 pesos 750,000 traditionally known. pesos medical and hospitalization benefits A traditional artist who possesses all the qualities of a Manlilikha ng Bayan GAWAD MANLILIKHA NG BAYAN candidate, but due to age or infirmity has (GAMABA) AWARDEES left him/her incapable of teaching further 1. Ginaw Bilog - (Surat Mangyan and his/her craft, may still be recognized if: Ambahan poetry) Preserve the Hanunuo 1. He/she has created a significant Mangyan script and Ambahan (poem body of works and/or has consisting of seven-syllable lines) and consistently displayed excellence in promote it on every occasion so that the art the practice of his/her art, thus will not be lost but preserved for posterity. achieving important contributions for From Panaytayan, Mansalay, Oriental its development. Mindoro, Region IV-B, MIMAROPA. 2. He/she has been instrumental in the revitalization of his/her community’s artistic tradition.  3. Samaon Sulaiman - (Playing Kudyapi) He achieved the highest level of excellence in the art of kutiyapi or kudyapi (two-stringed lute) playing and also proficient in kulintang, agong (suspended bossed gong with wide rim), gandingan (bossed gong with narrow rim), palendag (lip-valley flute), and tambul. From Mamasapano, Maguidanao, Western Midanao Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. 2. Masino Intaray - (Epic Chanter and Storyteller) An outstanding master of the basal (gong music), kulilal (highly lyrical poem) and bagit (instrumental music played on the kusyapi), also played the aroding (mouth harp) and babarak (ring flute) and above all, he was a prolific and pre-eminent epic chanter and storyteller. From Palawan, Palawan Island, Region IV-B, MIMAROPA. 4. Lang Dulay - (T’nalak Weaving) She is credited with preserving her people’s traditional T’nalak using abaca fibers as fine as hair which traditionally has three primary colors, red, black, and the original colors of abaca leave recreated by her nimble hands-the crocodiles, butterflies, and flowers. From T’boli/Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Mindanao, Region XII. 5. Salinta Monon - (Inabal Weaving) She was awarded for fully demonstrating the creative and expressive aspects of the Bagobo abaca ikat (to tie or bond) weaving called inabal (traditional textile of Bagobo) 7. Federico Caballero - (Chanting the at a time when such art was threatened with Sugidanon Epic of the Panay Bukidnon) extinction. From T’boli/Lake Sebu, South He continuously works for the Cotabato, Mindanao, Region XII. documentation of the oral literature, in particular the epics, of people. These ten epics, rendered in a language that, though related to Kiniray-a, is no longer spoken. From Sulod-Bukidnon/Calinog, Iloilo, Panay Island, Region VI, Western Visayas. 6. Uwang Ahadas - (Playing Yakan Instruments) He referred to for his ability and mastery in playing different Yakan instruments (made of bamboo, wood, and metal) and for imparting his insight to the youngsters of his locale. From Yakan/ Lamitan, Basilan Island, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). 8. Alonzo Saclag - (Playing Kalinga 10. Eduardo Mutuc - (Metal Plating) He is MusicalInstruments) His lifestyle work is to an artist who has devoted his existence to paint a portrait of his people to record a developing religious and secular artwork in tradition of opposites and dualities, a silver, bronze, and wood. His intricately peoples’ character recorded incidents each detailed retablos, mirrors, altars, and aggressive and gentle. Play Kalinga musical carosas are in church buildings and instruments dance patterns and moves non-public collections. From Apalit, related to rituals. From Kalinga, Northern Pampanga, Region III Central Luzon Luzon Island, Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). 11. Darhata Sawabi - (Pis syabit Weaving) 9. Hajja Amina Appi - (Mat weaving) She She remained devoted and persevered with was recognized as the master mat weaver. her mission to teach the artwork of pis Her colorful mats with their complex syabit weaving. Her strokes firm and sure, geometric patterns showcased her precise her color sensitivity acute, and her sense of design, proportion, and symmetry dedication to the best of her products and sensitivity to color. From Ungos Matata, unwavering. From Tausug/ Parang, Sulu, Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi, Bangsamoro Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao Mindanao (BARMM). (BARMM). 12. Magdaleno Gamayo - (Abel weaving) 14. Ambalang Ausalin - (Yakan Weaving) From Pinili, Ilocos Norte. She is not only Apuh Ambalang, is significantly respected in weaving traditional Ilocano textiles but also all of Lamitan. Her ability is regarded designs new patterns. One of her designs unique: she can bring forth all designs and employs a difficult weaving technique called actualize all textile categories ordinary to pililian meaning partially. The weave the Yakan community, who are known to be produces a one of a kind design that takes among the finest weavers within the after a string of flowers thus its name, Southern Philippines. From Lamitan, inubon a sabong. From Pinili, Ilocos Norte Basilan Island, Bangsamoro Autonomous Region I, Ilocos Region. Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). 15. Estelita Tumandan Bantilan - (B’laan 13. Teofilo Garcia - (Kattukong or Mat Weaving) Since she was a child, she Tabúngaw Hat Making) When he finishes was bright and careful in tangle weaving. fieldwork as a farmer, he focuses on the Her perseverance took place because of cultivation and development of tabúngaw her supportive husband. The thin strips of (Ilokano term for úpo). At the age of fifteen the pandanus romblon (Pandanus (15) he learned copelandii merr. Bariu) rise matrixed the art of Kattukong or tabúngaw hat through deft fingers performing an individual making and basket weaving from his rhythm, the beat guided by her eyes. From grandfather. San Quintin, Abra, Cordillera Upper Lasang, Sapu Masla, Malapatan, Administrative Region (CAR). Saranggani Region XII SOCCSKSARGEN. 16. Yabing Masalon Dulo - (B’laan Ikat or for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) and Tie-dye Fabric Weaving) Yabing Masalon Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) and Dulo, called as “Fu Yabing”, was only conferred by the President of the Philippines fourteen (14) years old when she started upon recommendation by both institutions. weaving. All her younger years were spent Additional Information: in sharpening her skills and imparting the - Under Proclamation No.1001 dated knowledge to younger generations of B’laan April 27, 1072 the Order of the Weavers. From Amguo, Landan, National Artist Award (Orden ng Polomolok, South Cotabato, Region XII Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng SOCCSKSARGEN. Sining was established. - The first award was given to Fernando Amorsolo. - On May 15, 1973 under Proclamation No. 1144, CCP Board of Trustees was named as the National Artist Awards Committee. The Order of National Artists aims to recognize: a. The Filipino artists who have made significant contributions to the cultural GAMABA Summary: heritage of the country. b. The Filipino artistic accomplishment at its highest level and to promote creative expression as significant to the development of a national cultural identity. c.The Filipino artists who have dedicated their lives to their works to forge new paths and directions for future generations of Filipino artists. Four - Fold Roles of Filipino Artists: 1. Personal - The artist expresses what he or she feels. 2. Social - The artist expresses what he or she sees around him/her NATIONAL ARTIST AWARD 3. Physical -The artist finds a need to The Order of the National Artist - (Orden create something not only pleasing to look ng Gawad Pambansang Alagad ng Sining) at but something useful as well is the highest national recognition given to 4. Immaterial - The artist gives form to the Filipino individuals who have made immaterial, the hidden truth of the universe, significant contributions to the development and the spiritual force that inhabits the of Philippine arts. The order is concurrently world. administered by the National Commission Roles of Filipino Contemporary Artist: 4. Music - singing, composition, 1. The Filipino artist gives his/her opinion direction, and/or performance; about the culture of his/her time. 5. Dance - choreography, direction 2. The Filipino artist is a crusader, and/or performance; attempting to sway the viewer to his/her 6. Theater - direction, performance side. and/or production design; 3. The Filipino artist has become a social 7. Visual Arts - painting, sculpture, critic. printmaking, photography, 4. The Filipino artist has also become an installation art, mixed media works, advocate for what he/she believes. illustration, and performance art. 5. The Filipino is versatile NATIONAL ARTIST AWARDEES National Artist Benefits: Architecture a. A cash award of one hundred 1973 Juan Nakpil thousand pesos (100,000.00) net of 1976 Pablo Antonio taxes, for living awardee 1990 Leondro V. Locsin b. A cash award of (75,000.00) for 2006 Ramon Valera posthumous awardees, payable to 2014 Jose Maria Zaragoza legal heir/s. 2006 I.P Santos c. A monthly life pension, medical and hospitalization benefits; Dance d. Life insurance coverage for 1973 Francisca Reyes Aquino Awardees who are still insurable 1976 Leonor Orosa-Goquingco e. A state funeral and burial at the 1988 Lucrecia Reyes Urtula Libingan ng mga Bayani; 2006 Ramon Obusan f. A place of honor, in line with protocol precedence , at national state Film functions, and recognition at cultural 1982 Gerardo de Leon events/ 1997 Lino Brocka 2001 Ishmael Bernal Seven Categories for National Artist Award: 2003 Eddie S. Romero 1. Literature - poetry, fiction, essay, 2009 Manuel Conde playwriting, journalism and/or literary criticism; Literature 2. Film and Broadcasting / 1973 Amado V. Hernadez Broadcast Arts - direction, writing, 1973 Jose Garcia Villa production design, cinematography, 1976 Nick Joaquin editing, camera work, and/or 1982 Calos P. Romulo performance; 1990 Francisco Arcellana 3. Architecture, Design and Allied 1997 N.V. M Gonzales Arts - architecture design, interior 1997 Carlos Quirino design, industrial arts design, 1999 Edith L. Tiempo landscape architecture and fashion 2001 F. Sionil Jose design. 2003 Virgilio S. Almario  2006 Bienvenido Lumbera CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS FROM 2009 Lazaro Francisco THE REGIONS 2014 Cirilo F. Bautista Painting - the expression of ideas and emotions, with the creation of certain Music aesthetic qualities, in a two-dimensional 1973 Antonio J. Molina visual language. The elements of this 1976 Jovita Fuentes language – its shapes, lines, colors, tones, 1988 Antonio R. Buenaventura and textures – are used in various ways to 1989 Lucrecia R. Kasilag produce sensations of volume, space, 1991 Lucio D. San Pedro movement, and light on a flat surface. The 1997 Felipe Padilla de Leon first paintings here in the Philippines are 1997 Jose Maceda commissioned works from the Spanish era. 1997 Levi Celerio - Luzon: The Sketch by Victorio Edadez 1999 Ernani Joson Cuenco 1999 Andrea O. Veneracion 2014 Francisco Feliciano 2014 Ramon Santos Theater 1987 Honorata " Atang" de la Rama 1997 Levi Celerio 1997 Wlfrido Ma. Guerero 1997 Rolando S. Tinio - Visayas: Magellan’s Cross by Raul Agas 1999 Daisy Avellana 2001 Severino Montano Visual Arts 1972 Fernando C. Amorsolo 1973 Carlos " Botong" V. Francisco 1973 Guillermo E. Tolentino 1976 Victorio C. Edades 1976 Napoleon V. Abueva 1981 Vicente Manansala 1990 Cesar Legaspi - Mindanao: Salaam (Peace) by Rameer 1991 Hernando R. Ocampo Tawasil 1997 Arturo R. Luz 1999 J. Elizalde Navarro 2001 Ang Kiukok 2003 Jose T. Joya 2006 Abdulmari Asia Imao 2006 Bencab 2009 Federico Aguillar Alcuaz 2014 Francisco Coching Sculpture - an art form in which hard or Architecture - Architecture is the art and plastic materials are worked into practice of designing and constructing three-dimensional art objects. Filipino buildings. In relation to that, Philippine sculptors came to be known in the middle of architecture was characterized as simple, the 19th century. These are some of the rational, and functional. In the 20th century, sculptures in the Philippines. the young Filipino who studied in American - Luzon: The Bonifacio Monument By colleges and institutes introduced the Guillermo Tolentino neoclassic style in building structures. However, after World War II, real estate development started to take place. To illustrate these architectural designs, these are some examples from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. - Luzon: Cultural Center of the Philippines By Leandro Locsin - Visayas: Sandugo (Blood Compact) By Napoleon Abueva - Visayas: Saint Andrew the Apostle Church By Leandro Locsin - Mindanao: Six Ladies in Durian By Kublai Millan - Mindanao: Pearl Farm Beach Resort By Francisco Manosa Film - a form of visual art use to imitate Literature - a term used to describe written experiences that communicate ideas, and sometimes spoken material. Derived stories, or feelings with the use of moving from the Latin word literature meaning images. It is also called a movie or motion "writing formed with letters," literature most picture. Moreover, the art form that is the commonly refers to works of the creative result of the film is called cinema. The film imagination, including poetry, drama, fiction, industry in the Philippines started in 1897. In nonfiction, and in some instances, the contemporary period, martyr wife, journalism, and song. These are some superhero, action, melodramas, and examples of Philippine literature. comedies are some of the usual subjects and themes in the Philippine films. Some films in the Philippines are presented below. - Luzon: Himala By Ishmael Bernal Music - Music is a collection of coordinated sound or sounds. According to Ramon P.Santos in his article entitled Contemporary Music. Contemporary music in the Philippines usually refers to compositions - Visayas: Muro-Ami By Marilou Diaz-Abaya that have adopted ideas and elements from twentieth-century art music in the West, as well as the latest trends and musical styles in the entertainment industry. Filipino Music had already a rich and unique musical tradition long before westerners set foot on our native land. Music was present in every stage of our ancestors’ lives — from birth to - Mindanao: Mindanao By Brillante death, in blissful or tragic times. Mendoza - Luzon: Pastores - Visayas: Pinalangga - Mindanao: Buyayang Theatre - collaborative form of fine art that uses live performers to present the experience of a real or imagined event before a live audience in a specific place. The performers may communicate this experience to the audience through combinations of gesture, speech, song, music, or dance. - Luzon: Tanikalang Ginto Dance - movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for the purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself. Dances in the Philippines vary from Region to Region. - Luzon: Banga Dance - Visayas: Kuratsa - Mindanao: Singkil